The Premier League’s Record Goalscorer, Former England Captain, Leading Face of The BBC’s ‘Match of the Day’, PFA’s Player of The Year & Author of ‘Alan Shearer: My Story So Far’

Alan Shearer CBE is one of the greatest strikers of all time, remembered for his prolific goalscoring that made him the Premier League’s all-time record scorer with 260 goals. A Premier League champion with Blackburn Rovers and a club legend at Newcastle United, he also captained England during a glittering international career. Today, Alan is a renowned pundit and commentator, instantly recognisable as a leading face of the BBC’s Match of the Day. Charismatic and authoritative, he is an inspiring speaker with remarkable stories from his career at the highest level.

Alan began his career at Southampton, famously scoring a hat-trick on his full debut to become the youngest player to do so in the top division. After establishing himself as a rising star, he joined Blackburn Rovers in 1992 for a British record fee. His lethal finishing brought him consecutive Golden Boots, the FWA Footballer of the Year award and, in 1995, a Premier League title. That same year, he was named both PFA Players’ Player of the Year and Premier League Player of the Year.

In 1996, Alan signed for boyhood club Newcastle United for a world-record fee, where he became captain, led the line for a decade and became the club’s all-time leading scorer with 206 goals. Internationally, he earned 60 caps, scoring 30 times for England, and won the Golden Boot at Euro 1996. After retirement, he briefly managed Newcastle in 2009, further underlining his lifelong connection and influence at the club.

Alan has shared his career and insights through several books, including his autobiography ‘Alan Shearer: My Story So Far’ and later titles reflecting on his time in football. Beyond writing, he is a central figure on BBC Sport, appearing weekly on ‘Match of the Day’ and fronting coverage of World Cups and European Championships. His straight-talking style and deep tactical understanding have made him one of the most respected analysts in football broadcasting.

Why Hire Alan Shearer?

Alan is booked as a football speaker for his extraordinary record and iconic status in the game. As the Premier League’s record goalscorer and the first inductee into the Premier League Hall of Fame, he embodies peak performance and consistency. His leadership, from captaining England to becoming Newcastle’s talisman, offers valuable lessons in resilience and motivating others. Away from the pitch, Alan has been recognised with a CBE, honorary doctorates, and ambassadorial roles with the NSPCC and Sir Bobby Robson Foundation.

Audiences are captivated by his behind-the-scenes stories, whether of title triumphs, international tournaments or the challenges of managing at the highest level. With his trademark wit and authority, Alan ensures events are entertaining, insightful and memorable.

To book Alan to speak at your event, call SpeakOut on +44 (0) 20 8914 8966. Alternatively, complete our contact form to begin your enquiry.