Alan Shearer
On this day: Newcastle United hammer Tottenham Hotspur on Tyneside
Eighteen years ago today, Kevin Keegan's Newcastle United recorded a 7-1 home victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Dec 28, 09:59
Alan Shearer: 'Future is bright for Harry Kane'
Former England striker Alan Shearer praises Tottenham Hotspur forward Harry Kane and believes that "the future is bright" for the 21-year-old.
Dec 21, 13:53
Chelsea Christmas chant beats rivals to be named best of all time
Chelsea's adaptation of Frank Sinatra's 'Let It Snow' about manager Jose Mourinho tops a list of the best football Christmas chants of all time.
Dec 9, 12:58
Alan Shearer: 'Arsenal were shambolic against Stoke City'
Former England striker Alan Shearer describes Arsenal's performance in the 3-2 defeat away at Stoke City as "shambolic" and "laughable".
Dec 7, 14:08
Jeff Stelling blasts BBC over 'shameful' FA Cup coverage
Sky Sports presenter Jeff Stelling lays into the BBC over its coverage of the Blyth Spartans victory over Hartlepool United.
Dec 6, 14:15
On this day: Leeds United sign Rio Ferdinand
Fourteen years ago today, former England captain Rio Ferdinand agreed a British-record switch from West Ham United to Leeds United.
Nov 23, 10:01
Alan Shearer: 'Wayne Rooney is not a great player'
Former England striker Alan Shearer believes that Wayne Rooney is not a "great" player, claiming that he is not in the same bracket as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Nov 15, 16:19
On this day: Wayne Rooney brace guides Manchester United past Newcastle United
On this day 10 years ago, Wayne Rooney scored twice as Manchester United beat Newcastle United 3-1 at St James' Park.
Nov 14, 09:21
Alan Shearer: 'Newcastle United deserve to be in the relegation zone'
Record goalscorer Alan Shearer insists that Newcastle United's poor form and recent transfer policy means that they deserve to be in the Premier League drop zone.
Oct 18, 17:23
Preview: Newcastle United vs. Leicester City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Newcastle and Leicester as under-fire Magpies boss Alan Pardew desperately seeks a first win of the season.
Oct 16, 20:16
Alan Shearer urges Newcastle United to find first win
Alan Shearer warns winless Newcastle United that their season must start with a win at home to Leicester City on Saturday.
Oct 16, 01:09
Alan Shearer: 'Papiss Cisse goals key to Newcastle United's chances'
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer suggests that Papiss Cisse's return to goalscoring form could keep Alan Pardew's struggling side in the Premier League.
Oct 15, 10:14
On this day: Andy Cole nets for sixth Premier League club
Eight years ago today, Andy Cole scored for the sixth Premier League club of his career when he found the net for Portsmouth against West Ham United.
Oct 14, 09:58
Alan Shearer worried for Newcastle United's season
Alan Shearer admits that he is worried for Newcastle United's season after a disappointing start to the campaign.
Oct 12, 22:52
Alan Shearer: 'Manchester City full of errors and mistakes'
Alan Shearer says that Manchester City "didn't play well" in their 2-0 victory over Aston Villa yesterday.
Oct 5, 12:20
On this day: Dwight Yorke hat-trick counts for little at Newcastle United
Eighteen years ago today, Dwight Yorke scored a hat-trick during Aston Villa's 4-3 defeat away at Newcastle United.
Sep 30, 09:52
Alan Shearer: 'Wayne Rooney red card proof Manchester United are a mess'
Alan Shearer believes that Manchester United are currently a "confused mess" and points to Wayne Rooney's red card against West Ham United as the perfect example.
Sep 30, 05:40
Preview: Newcastle United vs. Hull City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Newcastle and Hull at St James' Park, where under-fire manager Alan Pardew is expected to face mass protests.
Sep 18, 16:14
On this day: Roy Keane sees red as Newcastle United beat Manchester United
Thirteen years ago today, Roy Keane was sent off for a clash with Alan Shearer as Manchester United lost 4-3 away at Newcastle United.
Sep 15, 10:06
Alan Shearer: Alan Pardew is under "huge pressure"
Alan Shearer believes that Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew is under "huge pressure" following his side's 4-0 hammering at the hands of Southampton on Saturday.
Sep 14, 06:05
Steve Bruce, Alan Shearer to replace Alan Pardew at Newcastle United?
Newcastle United are set to sack under-fire boss Alan Pardew this week and replace him with Hull City manager Steve Bruce, according to reports.
Sep 14, 00:47
Alan Shearer: 'Chelsea's Diego Costa is the real deal'
Chelsea forward Diego Costa earns the praise of Premier League legend and former striker Alan Shearer following his match-winning hat-trick against Swansea City.
Sep 13, 17:29
Alan Shearer backs Danny Welbeck to find form at Arsenal
Alan Shearer believes that Danny Welbeck can "stamp his authority on the Premier League" following his move to Arsenal.
Sep 12, 23:12
Alan Shearer: 'England game sent me to sleep'
Former England striker Alan Shearer admits that he fell asleep during the Three Lions' 1-0 friendly win against Norway last Wednesday.
Sep 8, 19:20
On this day: Jermain Defoe hat-trick sinks Bulgaria
Back on this day in 2010, Jermain Defoe scored a hat-trick as England overcome Bulgaria 4-0 at Wembley.
Sep 3, 09:56
Tony Adams: 'No leaders, personalities, true captain in England squad'
Former England and Arsenal defender Tony Adams says that the current England squad 'lacks winners and leaders'.
Aug 31, 10:24
On this day: Newcastle United sack Kenny Dalglish
Sixteen years ago today, a string of bad performances saw Kenny Dalglish sacked as the manager of Newcastle United.
Aug 27, 09:57
On this day: Newcastle United lodge Wayne Rooney bid
Back on this day in 2004, Newcastle United made a bid of £20m for Everton and England teenager Wayne Rooney.
Aug 23, 09:48
Alan Shearer: Manchester United defeat "blessing in disguise"
Manchester United's surprising loss to Swansea City could be a "blessing in disguise", according to former England international striker Alan Shearer.
Aug 17, 00:52
On this day: Alan Shearer suffers heavy defeat on Newcastle United debut
Back on this day in 1996, Alan Shearer's Newcastle United debut ends in a 4-0 defeat at the hands of Manchester United.
Aug 11, 10:15
Rio Ferdinand to join BBC's 'Match of the Day' as regular pundit
The BBC announces that Queens Park Rangers defender Rio Ferdinand will join the regular panel for the new Match of the Day series.
Aug 6, 14:11
On this day: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer signs for Manchester United
Eighteen years ago today, Manchester United completed the signing of Norwegian striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Jul 29, 10:03
Alan Shearer: 'Lionel Messi missed his chance'
Alan Shearer feels that Lionel Messi spurned his chance to join Pele and Diego Maradona as one of the elite players of all time following his miss in the World Cup final.
Jul 14, 05:21
On this day: Temuri Ketsbaia joins Newcastle United
Back on this day in 1997, Newcastle United complete the signing of Georgian attacker Temuri Ketsbaia.
Jul 7, 09:54
Alan Shearer tips Wayne Rooney for England captain's armband
Former England international Alan Shearer tips Wayne Rooney as the Three Lions' next skipper.
Jun 26, 01:14
Dani Alves slams "idiotic" Alan Shearer comments
Brazil defender Dani Alves has hit back at Alan Shearer for making "idiotic comments" about teammate Fred.
Jun 21, 20:23
Alan Shearer: 'Glen Johnson at fault for first goal'
Former England striker Alan Shearer says that Glen Johnson should have done better during Uruguay's victory over the Three Lions.
Jun 19, 23:38
On this day: England thrash Netherlands at Euro '96
Eighteen years ago today, England record a memorable 4-1 victory over Holland during European Championships at Wembley.
Jun 18, 12:01
How to solve a problem like Wayne Rooney?
As the debate over Wayne Rooney's place in the England team intensifies, Sports Mole assesses the options available to Roy Hodgson where the striker is concerned.
Jun 17, 12:34
Alan Shearer: 'Play Wayne Rooney central or not at all'
Former England striker Alan Shearer believes that Wayne Rooney has to play in a central role for the Three Lions against Uruguay, or not at all.
Jun 16, 05:03
