Craig Gordon announces retirement after 24-year soccer career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Craig Gordon, goalkeeper for Hearts and Scotland, has retired at 43, concluding a 24-year career. His journey included six league titles and various cups, having played for Hearts, Sunderland, and Celtic. Gordon's final appearance came in May during a World Cup warm-up against Curacao. He expressed gratitude for realizing his childhood dreams of representing his club and country.
- •Gordon made his international debut in 2004, earning 84 caps.
- •He last played for Hearts against Celtic in January.
- •His transfer to Sunderland in 2007 set a British record for a goalkeeper at £9 million.
- •Gordon won six league titles, four Scottish Cups, and five Scottish League Cups.
- •He emphasized the importance of hard work and perseverance in achieving his dreams.
- 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Hearts and Scotland keeper Gordon retires
"Hearts and Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon announced his retirement at the age of 43 on Thursday.When Gordon left Hearts for Sunderland in 2007 the Black Cats paid a then British record £9 million ($12 million) fee for a goalkeeper.
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