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Anthony Gordon issues public apology to Virgil van Dijk after horror red card tackle in…

Newcastle star Anthony Gordon has issued a public apology to Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk for his horror red card tackle while insisting that his "intentions were pure". The 23-year-old was initially shown a yellow card, but referee Simon Hooper upgraded it to a straight red following a VAR review. It was a reckless challenge as Gordon’s studs raked the back of Van Dijk's calf.

Gordon apologises after red card tackle

Defended his actions on social media

Set to serve three-game ban

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