Richard Gough

Richard Gough is a prominent Scottish former professional football player and captain, recognized for his extensive career as a defender, notably with Rangers F.C., and currently serves as a global ambassador for the club. After establishing himself as a formidable defender at Dundee United, where he helped secure the Scottish League title in the 1982–83 season and reached the European Cup semi-final in 1984, Richard Gough went on to have a decorated career in professional football. Joining Dundee United in February 1980, Gough played six seasons, making 165 appearances and scoring 23 goals. His exceptional performance led to a high-profile move to Tottenham Hotspur in 1986 for £750,000, where he immediately made an impact by captaining the team in the 1987 FA Cup Final.

In recognition of his profound impact on Scottish football, Richard Gough was inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Since September 2015, he has served as a respected global ambassador for Rangers Football Club, continuing his enduring association with the club he so famously captained. Based in San Diego, California, Gough leverages his extensive experience and legendary status to promote the club’s brand and engage with its global fanbase.