What Marc Guehi and Anthony Gordon’s Injuries Reveal About Recovery Gaps in Football
If you’re wondering, “What happened to Marc Guehi and Anthony Gordon?” or “How do footballers like them get injured even with top trainers?”, honestly, you’re not alone.
This week, both players were ruled out of England’s national squad due to injury, and it’s sparked real questions about how athletes recover or, more importantly, where recovery goes wrong.
At Hekas, we help everyone from elite footballers to active gym-goers avoid injury, bounce back faster, and perform at their best. So let’s break this down.
What injury took Marc Guehi out?
Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi suffered a bone bruise to his foot in the final minutes of a recent match. His manager confirmed he couldn’t even walk afterward and had to use crutches for days. Luckily, there was no fracture, but the bruise was deep and painful enough to sideline him for England duty.
It’s a reminder that “not broken” doesn’t mean “not serious”.
Why is Anthony Gordon missing?
Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon is out with a hip injury, one that’s apparently been bothering him for a while. It flared up again after a recent match, and while it’s “minor”, the club and England staff decided not to risk it.
Sound familiar? That tight hip or slight strain just keeps coming back until it turns into missed matches.
What these two injuries have in common
You might ask, “If these guys have elite resources, why are they still getting hurt?”
Here’s the truth: talent doesn’t prevent injuries, but recovery does.
Both Guehi and Gordon:
- Played several matches back-to-back
- Had underlying strain or tightness
- Didn’t break anything but still couldn’t perform
Their injuries weren’t freak accidents. They were accumulated stress injuries, likely made worse by gaps in structured recovery.
So, what is the right recovery routine for footballers?
Whether you play Premier League or Sunday League, your body goes through the same patterns:
- Repetitive movement (kicking, sprinting, twisting)
- Muscle fatigue
- Tight joints and restricted range
- Risk of pulling something next time you train
That’s why recovery isn’t just about taking a day off, but it really is about doing the right work to reset your body.
At Hekas, we follow a system that pros trust:
✅ Sports Massage – breaks down deep tension and improves circulation
✅ Dry Cupping – increases blood flow and relieves muscle tightness
✅ Manual IASTM – helps remove scar tissue and boost soft tissue recovery
✅ Assisted Stretching – unlocks hips, groins, and hamstrings to improve mobility
Guehi’s foot? We’d look at soft tissue unloading and protecting loading patterns.
Gordon’s hip? We’d target hip flexibility, balance, and stretch therapy to prevent flare-ups.
What every footballer should learn from this
If you’re only treating injuries after they happen, you’re already too late.
Instead, ask yourself:
- Do I recover as hard as I train?
- Am I addressing that tightness before it becomes pain?
- Do I have a plan—or am I guessing?
Marc Guehi and Anthony Gordon didn’t get sidelined because they’re weak. They got sidelined because recovery wasn’t proactive enough. Something we see every day with clients who say, “I thought it would go away on its own.”
How to fix this: Hekas’ £80 Recovery Assessment
If you’re ready to stop guessing and start recovering smarter, we’ve built the perfect place to start.
For £80, you get:
- A full 60-minute session
- Sports massage, cupping, IASTM, and assisted stretching—all included
- A custom recovery plan tailored to your body and goals
Whether you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or someone who just wants to move without pain, this session sets the foundation.
Final thoughts: Don’t let small problems bench you
Guehi’s bruised foot and Gordon’s tight hip were signals. Their bodies were saying, “We need help.”
Don’t wait for an injury to slow you down. Start your recovery plan now, train harder, and come back stronger just like the pros.
At Hekas, we’ve helped 1,500+ people move better and perform better. Let’s get you started.
