Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon retires from international football
Craig Gordon, Scotland's most-capped male player, has retired from international football. The 42-year-old Hearts goalkeeper made his Scotland debut in 2004 and went on to earn 75 caps, becoming a cornerstone of the national team. His career included remarkable comebacks from serious injuries, including a double leg break in 2012. Gordon's retirement marks the end of an era for Scottish football, leaving a significant void in the goalkeeping department ahead of upcoming campaigns.
Read the full story at bbc.co.ukGordon's retirement removes Scotland's most experienced and reliable goalkeeper from the international setup. At 42, he was already an outlier, and his departure creates a clear gap that will need to be filled by younger options such as Zander Clark or Angus Gunn. For upcoming Scotland matches, this is a notable squad disruption, though Hearts will retain his club services. His longevity and shot-stopping quality made him a key figure in Scotland's recent competitive campaigns, including Euro 2020 and Euro 2024 qualifying.
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