Goalkeeper Craig Gordon will compete in Copa of Mundo in 2026 at the age of 43. Ele defends Escócia, who face Brasil in the third round of the group stage. Gordon became the oldest player in the tournament after the Scottish team qualified.
The experienced archer played in decisive moments for the Eliminatórias. Suas defenses helped Escócia return to Mundial after 28 years of absence. The last participation was in 1998.
Gordon lives dream postponed since 2004
Convocado for the first time in 2004, the goalkeeper has played 86 games for the Scottish national team. Ele waited more than two decades to compete against Copa against Mundo.
- Gordon was a starter in the games against Grécia and Dinamarca in Eliminatórias
- The goalkeeper celebrated his vacancy with an emotional message on social media
- Ele played a friendly against Curaçao on May 30th
- Lesão on the shoulder limited his appearances for Heart of Midlothian in the season
Aos 43 years old, he surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, on the list of oldest players. Outros five athletes aged 40 and over will also be in the tournament.
Trajetória includes passages through Celtic and Premier League
Craig Gordon started his career at Heart of Midlothian, the club where he was revealed. Ele has played 333 games for the Scottish team. Depois, transferred to Celtic, where he won six Campeonato Escocês titles.
No Sunderland, from Inglaterra, he played for Premier League between 2007 and 2012. Foram 94 matches. A save against Bolton Wanderers, in December 2010, marked his time at the English club.
Back to Hearts, Gordon remains as a reference. Ele only played three games for the team last season because of a shoulder injury. The last commitment was precisely for the selection.
Escócia returns to Copa with an experienced team
Escócia’s classification came the hard way. Gordon was present in the decisive duels. Ele helped the team surpass Grécia and Dinamarca.
The Scottish national team coach is counting on the goalkeeper’s experience for the group stage. Escócia integrates Grupo C alongside Brasil, Marrocos and Haiti.
Gordon should be the starter against Brasil on June 24th. Antes, the Brazilian team faces Marrocos on the 13th and Haiti on the 19th.
Preparação and expectations for the confrontation
The goalkeeper is experiencing a moment of high spirits after his vacancy. Ele admitted having difficulty finding words to express the emotion of the achievement.
Gordon completed 21 years of service to the Scottish national team. Cada defense, according to him, contributed to the current moment. Scottish fans celebrate their return to the main national team tournament.
The Heart of Midlothian closely monitors the athlete’s preparation. The club released the player to the national team without restrictions. Gordon should continue training with the Scottish group in the coming days.
Ficha Craig Gordon technique
- Idade: 43 years old
- Posição: Goleiro
- Current Clube: Heart of Midlothian
- Jogos by selection: 86
- Títulos by Celtic: 6 from Campeonato Escocês
- Destaque on Premier League: 94 games by Sunderland
Brasil will meet a motivated opponent in the third round. Craig Gordon represents Scottish experience on the pitch. Sua presence marks an age record in the competition.Craig Gordon will be the oldest Copa player of Mundo 2026