Craig Gordon rejects Celtic point to prove claim as Hearts goalkeeper reveals extra captaincy motivation

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Celtic. But the Hearts skipper is adamant it had nothing to do with proving a point to his old club. For Gordon, it was simply about that special feeling of launching his troops back into the big time in the best possible style.

Tynecastle erupted as the keeper’s brilliance ensured victory on opening night for Robbie Neilson’s boys.John Souttar’s towering header in the final seconds of the 90 minutes had Hearts on course for a fabulous success as the game ticked into stoppage-time.

Fans were still hugging in the stands when Gordon was suddenly confronted by James Forrest in a one-on-one. The 38-year-old was off his line in a flash and, after managing to divert the ball over the bar, he celebrated as if he’d scored himself.Gordon’s save from.