Craig Gordon
Scottish footballer, goalkeeper for Scotland
Born
December 31st, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Scotland
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A professional footballer recognized as a goalkeeper, played for clubs including Heart of Midlothian, Sunderland, and Celtic. Played a significant role in the Scotland national team with many caps earned over the years. Achieved notable domestic success, including winning multiple Scottish Premiership titles and participating in European competitions.
Earned over 50 caps for the Scotland national team
Won the Scottish Premiership with Celtic
Played in the English Premier League for Sunderland
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