Alan Shearer
Manchester United's Champions League group exits: How they fared afterwards
Sports Mole looks at how each of Manchester United's three seasons have unfolded when they have been knocked out of the Champions League in the group stages.
Dec 9, 10:23
On this day: Rio Ferdinand's debut for Leeds United ends in defeat
Fifteen years ago today, Rio Ferdinand's first appearance as a Leeds United player ended in a 3-1 defeat away at Leicester City.
Dec 2, 06:00
On this day: Ruud van Nistelrooy hits Manchester United hat-trick
Thirteen years ago today, Ruud van Nistelrooy scored a hat-trick as Manchester United won an eight-goal contest against Newcastle United.
Nov 23, 06:00
On this day: Jermain Defoe nets five in Wigan Athletic rout
Six years ago today, Jermain Defoe found the net five times as Tottenham Hotspur recorded a 9-1 victory over Wigan Athletic at White Hart Lane.
Nov 22, 06:00
England's last five wins over France
Ahead of their meeting, Sports Mole looks back on England's five most recent victories over their French counterparts.
Nov 17, 11:30
"Exceptional" Jamie Vardy tipped for Euro 2016 England spot
Jamie Vardy's former chairman tips him for a Euro 2016 place after the striker scored his 10th goal of the season for Leicester City in the win over Crystal Palace.
Oct 24, 17:50
Aleksandar Mitrovic: "Alan Shearer is my idol"
Newcastle United striker Aleksandar Mitrovic reveals that he wants to emulate his hero Alan Shearer at the North-East club.
Oct 24, 15:17
Preview: Sunderland vs. Newcastle United
Sports Mole previews the Wear-Tyne derby between Sunderland and Newcastle United.
Oct 23, 17:02
David Moyes: 'Wayne Rooney will break more records'
David Moyes hails Wayne Rooney as "remarkable" and says that England's all-time top scorer will break more records before he retires.
Oct 20, 23:02
Premier League 2015-16 in numbers: Week 9
Sports Mole looks back over the ninth round of 2015-16 Premier League matches with a selection of facts from each of the 10 encounters.
Oct 20, 11:26
Alan Shearer has 'no sympathy' for Steve McClaren
Alan Shearer says that he "does not have any sympathy" for Newcastle United manager Steve McClaren, and warns that his former side could go down this season.
Oct 5, 22:54
Premier League 2015-16 in numbers: Week 8
Sports Mole picks out a selection of statistics from each of the 10 Premier League matches that were played this weekend.
Oct 5, 11:14
Steve McClaren: 'Tuxedo jokes were not funny'
Newcastle United manager Steve McClaren admits that he never saw the funny side to his players turning up to matchdays in tuxedos.
Sep 23, 20:14
On this day: Alan Shearer hits five in Newcastle United rout
On this day in 1999, Alan Shearer found the net five times to help Newcastle United on their way to an 8-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday in the Premier League.
Sep 19, 08:00
Gary Neville dismisses Wayne Rooney critics
Gary Neville dismisses Wayne Rooney's critics after the Manchester United captain became England's all-time top scorer last week.
Sep 15, 19:56
On this day: Theo Walcott nets England hat-trick
Seven years ago today, Theo Walcott became the youngster ever player to score a hat-trick for England.
Sep 10, 08:00
Alan Shearer: 'Wayne Rooney should produce in major tournaments'
Alan Shearer suggests that Wayne Rooney still needs to perform in major tournaments to be considered a England great.
Sep 9, 11:25
Alan Shearer: 'Wayne Rooney cannot be dislodged in England setup'
Former England striker Alan Shearer believes that record goalscorer Wayne Rooney will be starring for England for years to come.
Sep 8, 22:21
Euro 2016: England's striking options
Sports Mole takes a closer look at the striking options available to Roy Hodgson heading into next summer's European Championship in France.
Sep 8, 13:05
Alan Shearer: 'Wayne Rooney, Harry Kane are England's only striking options'
Ex-England striker Alan Shearer claims that the team currently has just Wayne Rooney and Harry Kane as their specialist forwards.
Sep 8, 11:32
David Beckham given Legend of Football Award at charity event
Former England captain David Beckham is given the Legend of Football Award at a charity event organised by HMV Football Extravaganza.
Sep 2, 12:21
Alan Shearer surprised by lack of Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal business
Former England striker Alan Shearer admits that he is 'surprised' that neither Tottenham Hotspur nor Arsenal signed a striker on transfer deadline day.
Sep 1, 19:43
On this day: David Beckham makes senior England debut
Nineteen years ago today, David Beckham made the first of his 115 appearances for England at senior international level.
Sep 1, 08:00
On This Day: Man United's Ruud van Nistelrooy scores for 10th consecutive game
Twelve years ago today, Ruud van Nistelrooy scored for the 10th Premier League game in a row as Manchester United won 2-1 away at Newcastle United.
Aug 23, 08:00
Video: Tottenham Hotspur stars, Alan Shearer take part in 'dizzy' penalties craze
Tottenham Hotspur stars Harry Kane and Christian Eriksen take part in the GlobalGoals 'dizzy' penalties challenge, while Alan Shearer also gets in on the craze.
Aug 21, 17:44
On this day: Man United's David Beckham lobs Neil Sullivan from halfway line
Nineteen years ago today, Manchester United winger David Beckham scored from the halfway line against Wimbledon at Selhurst Park.
Aug 17, 08:00
Alan Shearer: 'Cesc Fabregas didn't know what he was doing'
Cesc Fabregas didn't know what his role was for Chelsea against Manchester City yesterday, claims Alan Shearer.
Aug 17, 05:42
Alan Shearer: 'Premier League needs to improve this year'
The Premier League should be a "bigger and better" league this season, according to former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer.
Aug 3, 05:09
Alan Shearer: 'Brendan Rodgers needs a trophy this season'
Alan Shearer believes that Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers will be under "huge pressure" to deliver silverware this season.
Jul 30, 20:54
Alan Shearer: 'Chelsea the team to beat but title race will be tight'
Chelsea will be the team to beat in this season's Premier League, but the title race will be a lot tighter than last year, according to Alan Shearer.
Jul 30, 10:40
John Carver regrets Mike Williamson accusations last season
Ex-Newcastle United boss John Carver admits that he "embarrassed" himself when he accused Mike Williamson of earning a deliberate red card at Leicester City last season.
Jul 28, 02:40
On this day: Blackburn Rovers sign Alan Shearer
Twenty-three years ago today, Blackburn Rovers parted with a record fee of £3.3m to sign Southampton's young striker Alan Shearer.
Jul 27, 08:00
Aleksandar Mitrovic determined to emulate Alan Shearer at Newcastle United
Newcastle United new signing Aleksandar Mitrovic outlines his desire to emulate the success of Alan Shearer after signing for the club from Anderlecht.
Jul 22, 02:54
Serbian striker Aleksandar Mitrovic joins Newcastle United
Newcastle United secure the services of young Anderlecht striker Aleksandar Mitrovic on a five-year contract.
Jul 21, 10:15
On This Day: Newcastle United sign Dutch striker Patrick Kluivert
Eleven years ago today, Newcastle United completed the signing of Patrick Kluivert from Barcelona.
Jul 21, 08:00
On this day: Blackburn Rovers break transfer record for Chris Sutton
Twenty-one years ago today, Blackburn Rovers paid a record £5m to sign striker Chris Sutton from Norwich City.
Jul 15, 08:00
In Profile: Newcastle United's new signing Georginio Wijnaldum
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Newcastle United's new £14.4m signing Georginio Wijnaldum.
Jul 11, 13:25
Newcastle United to offer transfer target Charlie Austin number nine shirt?
Newcastle United are reportedly planning to offer Charlie Austin the club's iconic number nine shirt in the hope of convincing the QPR striker to join them.
Jun 23, 06:43
Peter Crouch "proud" of Premier League record
Peter Crouch describes breaking the record number of Premier League headed goals as a "career highlight".
May 24, 18:35
Alan Shearer: 'Newcastle United can be a top club again'
Newcastle United can become a top team again if they buy several new players this summer, says Alan Shearer.
May 24, 18:21
