Barcelona new signing receives advice from England legend ahead of World Cup semi-final bid

Barcelona new signing receives advice from England legend ahead of World Cup semi-final bid FC Barcelona new signing Anthony Gordon will look to help England book their place in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals when they face Norway later tonight. The winger, who signed for Barça this summer from Newcastle United, has become an increasingly important figure for the Three Lions in recent matches. And ahead of the crucial quarter-final he received advice from one of England’s greatest football icons: David Beckham, reports Mundo Deportivo . Beckham visits England’s training camp England held their final preparations at Inter Miami’s training facilities, where Beckham, the club’s president and co-owner, welcomed Thomas Tuchel’s squad. Accompanied by his sons Romeo and Cruz, the former England captain watched the training session before spending time speaking with several members of the national team. View this post on Instagram A post shared by England football team (@england) Among those he spoke with was Gordon, who appeared fully engaged during his conversation with Beckham as the two shared a lengthy exchange ahead of England’s biggest match of the tournament. Gordon pushing for a starting spot Following a series of impressive performances, Gordon is now expected to start on the left wing against Norway ahead of former Barcelona on-loan star Marcus Rashford. The Barcelona forward has grown in influence as the tournament has progressed and is likely to be one of England’s main attacking threats as they attempt to secure a place in the final four. In four appearances at the tournament so far, Gordon has managed to register two assists – both coming against DR Congo in the Round of 32 after coming on as a substitute. Gordon growing in influence for England. (Photo by Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images) Starting against Mexico in the Round of 16, the 25-year-old Barcelona winger won the penalty from which Harry Kane scored the match-winning goal. Although England enter the match as favorites on paper, they are well aware of the challenge awaiting them. Norway arrive full of confidence after producing one of the biggest upsets of the tournament by eliminating Brazil, with Erling Haaland leading the Scandinavian side. With a place in the World Cup semi-finals at stake, Gordon will hope Beckham’s words of encouragement provide an extra boost as England seek to continue their journey in the competition.