Edinburgh, July 16 -- Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon announced his retirement from professional football on Thursday, bringing the curtain down on a distinguished career that spanned more than two decades.

The 43-year-old made 682 senior appearances for Heart of Midlothian, Cowdenbeath, Sunderland and Celtic, while earning 84 caps for Scotland, cementing his place as one of the country's most accomplished goalkeepers, as per Reuters.

"I've never wanted it to end, but end it must. I have lived my dreams, and for that I am so thankful," Gordon said in a video announcing his decision on social media. He was part of Scotland's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was the oldest player at the tournament.

Although he did not feature in an...