Watch: Anthony Gordon and Kieran Trippier involved in heated argument during 6-1 win over Qarabag | OneFootball

Newcastle United’s emphatic 6-1 victory over Qarabag in the Champions League play-off was momentarily overshadowed by a heated confrontation between star man Anthony Gordon and captain Kieran Trippier.

Despite the Magpies effectively sealing their place in the last 16 with a dominant display in Baku, the visible friction between two of Eddie Howe’s key players became a major talking point.

What happened between Anthony Gordon and Kieran Trippier?

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The disagreement erupted just before half-time at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium.

Already leading 4-0, Newcastle were awarded a second penalty after Gordon, who is reportedly been put up for sale, was fouled by goalkeeper Mateusz Kochalski.

Having already converted one spot-kick and scored twice from open play, Gordon was determined to take the strike to complete a four-goal haul.

However, Trippier appeared frustrated with Gordon’s “greed” and insistent approach.

The veteran defender was seen engaging in a lively, heated exchange with the 24-year-old on the pitch.

The tension followed them into the tunnel; as the teams left for the break, teammates were forced to intervene and separate the pair as the argument continued.

Gordon’s record-breaking performance vs Qarabag

While the argument drew headlines, Liverpool linked Gordon’s performance on the pitch was nothing short of historic.

By netting four times in a single half, the England international shattered several long-standing records:

Malick Thiaw and Jacob Murphy added the gloss to a 6-1 scoreline that matches Newcastle’s biggest-ever win in European competition.