On account of his burning desires to feature in the Scotland vs Brazil friendly, goalkeeper Craig Gordon has declared himself fit to join the Scottish national side for the big match at the Emirates Stadium.
The Sunderland goalie is actually weakened by a disturbing knee injury that requires delicate treatment and a period of rest, but Gordon is confident that getting a feel of his country’s battle against the World Cup quarter-finalists will not damage him any further. Taking into consideration his current poor physical status, there is a great chance that an appearance from the keeper against Brazil will stir up the anger of Sunderland manager Steve Bruce, since the boss is willing to keep his player out of action for the necessary amount of time.
Sunderland are presently in the Premier League table’s ninth position, but given that they could slip down at any moment—jeopardizing the team’s defence is certainly not an option for the coach. Apparently, Gordon has realized how unique his opportunity was to face a world-class team such as the giant South Americans, and he is willing to pursue his dream.
This nevertheless does not necessarily place his country above his club in his heart. Yet, turning down an offer to join the Scottish squad for the sake of his club’s welfare seems to be his main temptation right now.
“It could be a great chance for me to test it out in a big friendly,” affirmed the injured Gordon as he referred to the Scotland vs Brazil match. “It could be an ideal scenario... It could suit everybody, but only if things go well between now and then.”
The goalkeeper however reminded that it was essential that he kept a healthy relationship with his club and manager, adding: “You don’t want to get involved in a player versus club row. Nobody does.”
Sunderland are presently in the Premier League table’s ninth position, but given that they could slip down at any moment—jeopardizing the team’s defence is certainly not an option for the coach. Apparently, Gordon has realized how unique his opportunity was to face a world-class team such as the giant South Americans, and he is willing to pursue his dream.
This nevertheless does not necessarily place his country above his club in his heart. Yet, turning down an offer to join the Scottish squad for the sake of his club’s welfare seems to be his main temptation right now.
“It could be a great chance for me to test it out in a big friendly,” affirmed the injured Gordon as he referred to the Scotland vs Brazil match. “It could be an ideal scenario... It could suit everybody, but only if things go well between now and then.”
The goalkeeper however reminded that it was essential that he kept a healthy relationship with his club and manager, adding: “You don’t want to get involved in a player versus club row. Nobody does.”
