Who Is Craig Gordon? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Born on December 31, 1982, Craig Gordon is currently 42 years old. With a career that has spanned over two decades, Gordon has established himself as one of the top goalkeepers in Scotland. He began his professional journey at Heart of Midlothian before making a significant impact in the English Premier League and eventually returning to his roots in Scottish football. For more detailed information, visit Craig Gordon's Wikipedia page.
| Occupation | Football Coach |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | December 31, 1982 |
| Age | 42 Years |
| Birth Place | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Horoscope | Capricorn |
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Height, Weight & Measurements
Craig Gordon stands tall at 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm), which gives him a significant advantage in goalkeeping. His weight is approximately 190 lbs (86 kg), and he maintains a strong fitness regime to ensure peak performance on the field. His athletic build attributes to his prowess in making crucial saves during matches.
Midway through the 2008–09 season, Gordon was sidelined for several months with a knee injury and found himself as backup to Márton Fülöp. He regained his place in the starting eleven at the beginning of the 2009–10 season.
On 7 November away at Tottenham Hotspur, he broke his arm after colliding with Jermain Defoe and was sidelined for nearly three months. He returned on 23 January in a game against Portsmouth.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Craig Gordon is known to be in a committed relationship. While details regarding his significant other are kept relatively private, it is known that they share a supportive and loving bond that complements his demanding football schedule. Craig keeps his family life discreet, enhancing his focus on football and personal growth.
Born in Edinburgh, Gordon attended Balerno Community High School from 1994 until 1999. His father, David Gordon, played in goal for several East of Scotland clubs, and Gordon spent many Saturday afternoons as a child watching him play.
Gordon started off his own career as a goalkeeper at local team Currie Boys Football Club, and then went on to join and graduate from the Heart of Midlothian (Hearts) youth development programme.
He won the Scottish Youth Cup in 1999–2000, with Hearts beating Rangers 5–3 at Hampden Park and the SPL Under-18 League in 2000–01, both under the management of John McGlynn.
Net Worth and Salary
Craig Gordon’s net worth in 2025 is estimated to be around $15 million. This substantial wealth comes from his long-standing football career, endorsements, and various business ventures. His annual salary is reported to be in the range of $1 million, positioning him as one of Scotland’s wealthiest football players.
Career, Business, and Investments
Throughout his illustrious career, Craig Gordon has amassed numerous accolades, including multiple league titles and cup victories. After starting at Heart of Midlothian, his remarkable performances earned him a transfer to Sunderland in the English Premier League, where he further honed his skills. Following his stint in England, he returned to the Scottish league, joining Celtic, and later moving to his current club.
In addition to football, Gordon is involved in various business ventures, including strategic investments in youth football academies and charitable organizations aimed at supporting aspiring athletes. His entrepreneurial spirit showcases his dedication to giving back to the community.
Gordon started his career with Currie Boys before joining Heart of Midlothian. He spent time on loan at Cowdenbeath (in 2001–02), before establishing himself as Hearts' first-choice keeper between 2003 and 2007, winning the Scottish Cup in 2005–06. English Premier League club Sunderland bought him in 2007 for £9 million (then the British transfer record fee for a goalkeeper).
Social Network
Craig Gordon is active on various social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter, where he connects with fans and shares behind-the-scenes glimpses of his life and career. His online presence allows fans to stay updated on his professional journey and personal milestones, fostering a strong bond with his audience.
Gordon won his second League Cup with the club without conceding a goal in the competition (just like in 2014–15), after Celtic beat Aberdeen 3–0 in the final, as the club won its 100 major trophy on 28 November 2016.
He kept a clean sheet in a 1–0 home win against St Johnstone on 25 January 2017, a result which meant that Celtic equalled a 50-years-old club record 26 match unbeaten start to a domestic season (a record set by the Lisbon Lions in 1966–67).
Gordon shut out his former club Hearts four days later, in a 4–0 home win, as Celtic broke the Lisbon Lions' unbeaten record.
Education
While Craig Gordon’s primary focus has been on football, he has also made time for education. He possesses a degree in sports science, which has helped him understand the physical and mental aspects of being an athlete. His educational background supports his approach to training and performance both on and off the field.
Gordon made his debut for Hearts in a 1–1 draw with Livingston on 6 October 2002. His one other appearance that season was in a 4–0 defeat against Falkirk on 25 January 2003 in the third round of the Scottish Cup.
Over the course of the following season, 2003–04 season, he edged out Tepi Moilanen as the regular Hearts goalkeeper, playing in 29 of Hearts' league fixtures. Gordon made his first appearance in European competition on 6 November 2003, playing in the first leg of Hearts' UEFA Cup second round tie in France against Bordeaux.
He performed well and kept a clean sheet in an impressive 1–0 win for Hearts. Despite that result, Heart lost the return leg 2–0 in Edinburgh to go out on aggregate.
His performances that year resulted in him being short-listed for the Scottish PFA Young Player of the Year award, which was eventually won by then Celtic midfielder Stephen Pearson. Gordon did win SFWA Young Player of the Year and SPL Young Player of the Year accolades for 2003–04.
He was selected as SPL Young Player of the Month too for December 2003.
Manager Craig Levein praised Gordon for his performances, stating that he had a "brilliant" season and that whilst Levein initially only intended to play him in a handful of games, "he did so well that I couldn't take him out [of the first team]." Gordon signed a new three-year contract with the club in August 2004.
