At 43, Craig Gordon stepped onto the international stage one final time, announcing his retirement from professional football after being named in Scotland's World Cup squad.
The veteran goalkeeper, who spent decades between the posts for clubs including Heart of Midlothian, Celtic and Sunderland, expressed heartfelt thanks to supporters via a video posted on social media.
Although he never earned a single World Cup cap, Gordon will be remembered as the oldest player ever selected for the tournament, a record that has since been eclipsed by Cristiano Ronaldo, who turned 41 earlier this year.
His international résumé includes 84 appearances for the national team, a tally that places him fifth on Scotland's all‑time list, and a debut that dates back to 2004.
A Career Defined by Longevity
Gordon's club journey also saw him serve as backup to Angus Gunn, a fellow shot‑stopper who recently swapped the English Premier League for Major League Soccer's San Jose Earthquakes, a move confirmed on the league's official site.
Gunn's transition to the San Jose Earthquakes marks a new chapter for the English goalkeeper, who joins a growing list of overseas talent in the MLS.
The move also underscores the global reach of the sport, with the Earthquakes' official website, sjearthquakes.com, highlighting the signing as part of their ongoing effort to strengthen the squad.