Scotland goalkeeper Gordon announces retirement
Summary
Craig Gordon, the Scotland goalkeeper, has announced his retirement after a 25-year career in football. He played for clubs including Heart of Midlothian, Sunderland, and Celtic, and represented Scotland internationally 84 times.Key Facts
- Craig Gordon is 43 years old and has retired from professional football.
- He began his career at Heart of Midlothian and ended it there after returning following spells at other clubs.
- Sunderland paid a British record fee of £9 million for him in 2007.
- Gordon played 766 first-team games, including 84 appearances for Scotland’s national team.
- He won multiple league titles and cups, mainly with Celtic and Hearts.
- Gordon overcame serious injuries, including knee and leg breaks, and returned to play after long recovery periods.
- His last game for Scotland was in May 2026 before the World Cup, and his final club game was with Hearts in January 2026.
- He thanked teammates, coaches, opponents, medical staff, family, and fans for their support during his career.
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