Scott Cuthbert

Scott James Cuthbert (born 15 June 1987) is a Scottish professional footballer who plays as a defender for National League club Woking.

Cuthbert began his career in the youth system at Celtic and signed his first professional contract with the club in August 2003.

During his time at Celtic, Cuthbert was loaned out to Scottish clubs Livingston and St Mirren.

Born in Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, Cuthbert was part of Celtic's youth academy from the age of 11, signing his first professional contract in August 2003 at the age of 16.

He went on to captain the club's under-19 and reserve teams.

Cuthbert joined Scottish First Division club Livingston on a one-month loan in order to gain first-team experience during the 2006–07 season, making four appearances.

He scored his first professional goal in a 3–1 defeat at home to Airdrie United.

In the 2007–08 season, Cuthbert was an unused substitute in an Old Firm derby as Celtic lost 3–0.

He was loaned out once again, this time on a season-long loan to Scottish Premier League club St Mirren in August 2008.

He made his debut in a 0–0 draw with Kilmarnock on 16 August.

Cuthbert made 34 appearances in all competitions before returning to Celtic.

After leaving St Mirren, Cuthbert said a second loan spell was a possibility should he fail to secure a first-team place at Celtic.

He signed for Swindon Town of League One in July 2009 and spent two seasons there.

Despite interest from former loan club St Mirren, Cuthbert signed for League One club Swindon Town on 13 July 2009, on a two-year contract for a fee thought to be £100,000.

Cuthbert made his debut for Swindon on the opening day of the 2009–10 season in a 5–0 defeat away to Gillingham.

He was subsequently left out of the starting lineup for four matches until Swindon faced Wolverhampton Wanderers in the League Cup second round, which they lost 6–5 on penalties following a 0–0 draw after extra time.

Cuthbert scored his first goal for Swindon four days later in a 2–1 win at home to Southend United.

Towards the end of the season, Swindon were well-placed for promotion to the Championship, but with only one win in their last six matches, the club finished in fifth place and would have to contest the play-offs.

Swindon defeated Charlton 5–4 on penalties after their two-legged semi-final ended 3–3 after extra time.

Cuthbert later said the success of getting to Wembley Stadium in his first season with the club was a dream come true.

The play-off final saw Swindon lose 1–0 to Millwall, preventing the club from gaining promotion to the Championship.

At the start of the 2010–11 season, Cuthbert was named as the club's vice-captain.

He scored his first goal of the season in a 2–1 defeat away to Milton Keynes Dons on 28 August 2010.

In June 2011, Cuthbert joined Leyton Orient, and in his first season was named as the club's Player of the Year.

After four years at Leyton Orient, Cuthbert was released and subsequently joined Luton Town of League Two.

Six months later, Cuthbert scored his second goal of the season in a 2–1 defeat away to Colchester United on 12 February 2011.

In March, Cuthbert suffered a fractured cheekbone in a 1–1 draw with Dagenham & Redbridge, but was told he did not need surgery.

Swindon were relegated to League Two after a 3–1 defeat away to Sheffield Wednesday on 25 April.

Following the completion of the season, Cuthbert reflected on a mistake he made during a 2–1 defeat at home to Notts County, two days before Swindon were relegated, and was intent on returning the following season as a better player.

However, Cuthbert was not offered a new contract, despite expressing a desire to remain with the club.

Ahead of the 2011–12 season, on 3 June 2011, Cuthbert signed a two-year contract with League One club Leyton Orient.

He made his Leyton Orient debut on the opening day of the campaign, playing as a centre back in a 1–0 defeat to Walsall.

Cuthbert received a red card in a 3–1 defeat at home to AFC Bournemouth on 13 September 2011 and was subsequently suspended for three matches.

Cuthbert scored his first goal for the club on 8 October in a 3–2 win over Scunthorpe United.

At the end of October, Cuthbert was nominated for the League One Player of the Month award.

Cuthbert suffered a hamstring injury on 31 March 2012, in a 2–0 defeat to Charlton Athletic, causing him to miss the final seven matches of the season.

He was named club captain during the 2015–16 season and retained this role during his three years at Luton.

In his final season with the club, the 2017–18 season, he helped Luton achieve promotion to League One.

Cuthbert signed for League Two club Stevenage in May 2018.

He has represented Scotland at under-19, under-20, under-21 and B level.