Former Premier League striker and pundit Alan Shearer has sat down with presenter Kelly Somers on the latest edition of BBC Radio 5 Live's The Football Interview, featured on Football Daily. During the discussion, Shearer addresses his long-standing Premier League goalscoring record and explores whether that historic benchmark will ever be broken.
The conversation charts the formative stages and major triumphs of his playing days, beginning with his pivotal decision as a teenager to leave Newcastle for Southampton. Shearer also reflects on his move joining Blackburn Rovers and the memorable achievement of winning the Premier League title during his spell with the club.
Turning to his hometown team, the former forward discusses playing for Newcastle United alongside the significant pressure that came with becoming the Newcastle manager. Transitioning to his perspective as a supporter following his playing days, Shearer shares the feeling of watching Newcastle win the League Cup in 2025, which secured the club's first trophy in his lifetime.
Beyond his time on the pitch, Shearer touches on his personal propensity for timeliness, his career in punditry, a strong passion for charity work, and the best football matches he has witnessed. The full 14-minute interview is currently available to listen to via BBC Sounds, where the programme will remain accessible for over a year.