Veteran goalkeeper Craig Gordon is set to make his first World Cup appearance at the age of 42 after Scotland qualified for the tournament. Gordon, who has endured numerous injuries throughout his career and had considered retiring in the summer, was persuaded by Scotland manager Steve Clarke to continue playing for another year.
The emotional goalkeeper expressed that this qualification, after over two decades of trying and several setbacks, made all the past disappointments and hard work worthwhile. Scotland secured their place in the World Cup for the first time since 1998 with a dramatic 3-2 victory, featuring spectacular goals, including a late winner and a long-range lob sealing the triumph.
Clarke praised the quality of the team's goals and highlighted the importance of key players and tactical decisions made during the crucial match.
