Anthony Gordon sent a clear message to England manager Gareth Southgate ahead of their round of 16 clash against Slovakia.

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• Gordon remains confident about performing
• Sent out a message to manager Southgate
• England take on Slovakia on Sunday

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The Newcastle winger met with a minor accident earlier this week while on a recovery bike ride at the Spa & Golf Resort Weimarer Land in Blankenhain. The player suffered no lasting damage but he was left bloodied and bruised after the fall.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Despite the minor setback, Gordon remains confident about performing if Gareth Southgate hands him a starting lineup slot in the Three Lions' upcoming round of 16 clash against Slovakia. The 23-year-old claimed that he could prove to be a nightmare for any opposition if he is on the pitch.

• WHAT ANTHONY GORDON SAID

  Speaking to reporters, the youngster said, "My main strengths are I am very direct, I’m obviously quick. I know I am a nightmare for anyone that I play against. I’m positive. Every time I get the ball, I always try to make something happen. I’m not a very safe player, I am always going for it.

  "I am always trying to put people on the back foot. With players we have got – the likes of H [Harry Kane], who likes to drop deep – I think I add a different element to the team."

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  WHAT NEXT FOR ENGLAND?

  After registering back-to-back draws in the group stage, England will now aim to elevate their performance in the knockout round and register a convincing win over Slovakia on Sunday to silence their critics.

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