Craig Gordon, the oldest player at the World Cup at 43 years old, has hinted that he could retire after the tournament. The Scotland goalkeeper, who is out of contract with Hearts, revealed that no final decision has been made on his future.
Gordon's World Cup Journey
Gordon forced his way back into Steve Clarke's squad and is now battling Angus Gunn for the starting spot in Scotland's Group C opener against Haiti. Despite his age, the veteran stopper feels physically ready to compete at the highest level.
When asked about his plans, Gordon said: "No, not yet. I'm just enjoying the moment. It's been a tough year to get to this point, to get myself in the position physically to be able to compete at this level. I feel as if I'm there now and I feel good. We'll see once the tournament's finished."
Retirement Decision
Gordon acknowledged that retirement is on the horizon but insisted he will know when the time is right. "There will come that moment (when he decides to retire), whether that's now or next year. We will cross that bridge when we come to it. At the moment, I'm just doing everything I possibly can to be at the top level I can be at. The future will take care of itself after that. I think I'll know when that moment is. Right now, it's just about making sure my body is in the best possible way to play this World Cup."
The Scotland international's immediate focus is on the World Cup, with a break planned after the tournament to consider his next steps. Gordon's experience and leadership remain crucial for the national team as they prepare for their opening match.
