Alan Shearer Bio | Wiki
Alan Shearer CBE DL is a renowned English football pundit and retired football player and manager. He played his entire career in the top level of English football as a striker and attained 283 goals in 559 games. He is working as a BBC football analyst and Columnist for The Athletic UK. Alan’s career on the England national team, he appeared 63 times and scored 30 goals.
Further, he retired from international football following the end of the UEFA Euro 2000. In addition, he features in EA Sports’ FIFA video game series. In addition, Allan is a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE), a Deputy Lieutenant of Northumberland, a Freeman of Newcastle upon Tyne, and also an honorary Doctor of Civil Law of Northumbria and Newcastle Universities.
Alan Shearer Age
He was born on August 13, 1970, in Newcastle in Tyne, England. Alan is 52 years old.
Alan Shearer Height
He is a man of tall stature. Alan stands at a height of 6 ft 0 in (Approx 1.83 m).
Alan Shearer Family
He was born to his loving parents in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Alan holds British nationality. He is the son of Anne Shearer and Alan Shearer, a sheet metal worker. He grew up with his sibling Karen Shearer. His father encouraged him to play football in his youth and he progressed through school.
Alan Shearer Wife
He married his beautiful wife Lainya Shearer June 8, 1991, at St. James’ Church. Alan met Lainya whilst playing for Southampton and they lived locally with her parents in the city during his second year at the club. Further, he described his wife as a quiet and reserved person who is uncomfortable with the public attention his fame sometimes brings. The duo is parents of three children Hollie Shearer, Will Shearer, and Chloe Shearer.
Alan Shearer Education
He studied at Gosforth Central Middle School and Gosforth High School. Alan helped a Newcastle City Schools team win a seven-a-side tournament at St James’ Park.
Alan Shearer Southampton
He first played at Wallsend Boys Club as a teenager. Later, he had successful trials for First Division clubs West Bromwich Albion, Manchester City, and Newcastle United. Alan was then offered a youth contract with Southampton in April 1986. He joined the team and made his professional debut for Southampton on March 26, 1988. He then played for the team until he was sold to Blackburn Rovers for a fee of £3.6 million in July 1992. His first debut on the team was in August 1992, as he scored twice against Crystal Palace with two strikes from the edge of the 18-yard box.
Alan Shearer Newcastle
Alan played for the team in 138 games and scored 112 goals until 996. He then joined his boyhood club: Newcastle United, Manchester United’s title rivals on July 1996 for a world transfer record-breaking £15 million. His league debut away at Everton was in August 1996. Alan sustained an ankle ligament injury during the 1997 to 1998 season. Further, he played for the team in 303 games and scored 148 goals.
Alan Shearer England
His international career began in 1990 appearing in the England under-21 under Dave Sexton. He scored 13 times in 11 games and his record has not been beaten ever since. Alan then played for England B in 1992 but did not score a goal. He participated in the 1998 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Moldova, UEFA Euro 1996, and in UEFA Euro 2000 qualifier against Luxembourg. Alan retired from his International career in 2000 with 30 goals scored. In addition, he declined an offer to be assistant manager to Steve McClaren after the 2006 World Cup.
Alan Shearer Goals
- Southampton, total goals 43 from 1988 to 1992
- Blackburn Rovers total goals 130 from 1992 to 1996
- Newcastle United, total goals 206 from 1996 to 2006
- England (International Team ) total goals 30 from 1992 to 2000
Alan Shearer BBC
Upon his retirement, Alan had guest appearances and then became a regular pundit for the BBC’s Match of the Day. He was among the team that covered the World Cups and European Championships from 2006 onwards for the BBC. Further, he finished the 2005-2006 season as Newcastle’s caretaker assistant manager.
He is working as a BBC football analyst and Columnist for The Athletic UK. During his time as a player, he appeared in commercials for the sports drink Lucozade. In addition, he features in EA Sports’ FIFA video game series; he was included in the FIFA 15 Ultimate Team Legends. In addition, Allan is a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE), a Deputy Lieutenant of Northumberland, a Freeman of Newcastle upon Tyne, and also an honorary Doctor of Civil Law of Northumbria and Newcastle Universities.
Some of Alan’s colleagues at BBC include:
Tina Daheley – Presenter
Steve Rosenberg – Russia Editor
George Alagiah – Presenter
Lucy Hockings – News Presenter and Anchor
Nikki Fox – Disability Correspondent
Karin Giannone – Presenter
Laura Bicker – Seoul Correspondent
Laura Trevelyan – Anchor and Correspondent
Gary O’Donoghue – Political Correspondent
Alan Shearer Salary
He receives decent pay working as a BBC football analyst and Columnist for The Athletic UK. Alan’s salary is $96,730 annually.
Alan Shearer Net Worth
His successful career as a football pundit and retired football player and manager has been his main source of attaining his fortune. Alan’s net worth is $52.5 Million.
How Tall Is Alan Shearer
Alan is a man of tall stature and is 6 ft 0 in tall.
Who Is Alan Shearer
Alan CBE DL is a renowned English football pundit and retired football player and manager. He played his entire career in the top level of English football as a striker and attained 283 goals in 559 games. He is working as a BBC football analyst and Columnist for The Athletic UK.
How Much Is Alan Shearer Worth
He has earned an estimated net worth of $52.5 Million from working as a CBE, DL, renowned English football pundit and retired football player and manager.
Alan’s Social Media Account
Twitter – @alanshearer
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