Veteran goalkeeper Craig Gordon calls time on career after World Cup squad inclusion

Craig Gordon, a distinguished figure in Scottish football, has announced his retirement from the professional game at the age of 43. The veteran goalkeeper's decision to hang up his gloves was confirmed following a career that saw him represent Scotland on numerous occasions.

His final chapter as a player was marked by a notable inclusion in the Scottish national team's squad for the upcoming World Cup. This late-career call-up highlighted Gordon's enduring quality and commitment to the sport, even as he approached his mid-forties.