Hearts Celebrate Craig Gordon Testimonial Against Sunderland

Craig Gordon, the 42-year-old goalkeeper, was honored with a testimonial match at Tynecastle where Hearts defeated Sunderland 3-0. Despite ongoing injury issues limiting him to just a brief appearance, Gordon cherished the occasion and the support from nearly 18,000 fans, emphasizing that the match did not mark the end of his career. Gordon expressed gratitude towards Sunderland, highlighting the club's promotion to the Premier League and the warm reception from both sets of supporters, which underscored his legacy at both clubs. His choice of Sunderland as the testimonial opponent reflected the strong bond he developed during his five years there, despite injuries and challenges. Gordon's career has been remarkable, including a British record transfer from Hearts to Sunderland and a successful return to professional football with Celtic and later Hearts. The testimonial also served as a celebration of his long career, with hopes he might still play a part in the current season despite physical setbacks.