Alan Shearer Quotes, CBE, DL, born August 13, 1970, in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, is a retired English footballer, widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers in Premier League history. The league’s record goalscorer with 260 goals, he played for Southampton, Blackburn Rovers—winning the 1994–95 Premier League title—and Newcastle United, where he became the club’s all-time leading scorer. Named Football Writers’ Association Player of the Year (1994), PFA Player of the Year (1995), and third in the 1996 Ballon d’Or, Shearer was inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame in 2021. Since retiring in 2006, he has been a prominent BBC pundit and briefly managed Newcastle in 2009. These 15 quotes—sourced from interviews, his writings, public statements, and posts on X—reflect his insights on football, determination, loyalty, and passion, capturing his Geordie pride and relentless drive.
15 Alan Shearer Quotes
- “Football’s not just about scoring goals—it’s about winning.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “When I was a young boy I wanted to play for Newcastle United, I wanted to wear the number nine shirt and I wanted to score goals at St James’ Park. I’ve lived my dream and I realise how lucky I’ve been to have done that.” (Interview, The Guardian, 2011)
- “It doesn’t matter that I didn’t win a trophy because I did it my way and I lived the dream.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “One accusation you can’t throw at me is that I’ve always done my best.” (Interview, FamousQuotes.com, n.d.)
- “Hard work and dedication are the keys to success.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “If people are going to write bad things about me because it makes news, I can brush it aside because I’ve had this for 10 years. I’m big enough and strong enough to cope with it. It’s what comes with being Alan Shearer.” (Interview, SportMob, 2021)
- “I miss walking out of the tunnel, the 90 minutes and the adrenalin rush that I’ll never, ever replace.” (Interview, Players Bio, 2022)
- “Believe in yourself and never give up on your dreams.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “The fans have what they want. They want entertainment, they want passion and they want commitment.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “Setbacks are just opportunities for comebacks.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “I’ve never wanted to leave. I’m here for the rest of my life, and hopefully after that as well.” (Interview, QuoteTab, n.d.)
- “You can take 100 penalties in training, but when you go out on that pitch in front of all those people and the television cameras, it’s completely different.” (Interview, Players Bio, 2022)
- “For me, Paul Scholes has been the best midfield player in the Premier League. By a mile. He has the lot.” (Interview, SportMob, 2021)
- “Sometimes going in for a hard tackle generates a louder cheer than a great pass.” (Interview, Players Bio, 2022)
- “Pressure is for tyres.” (Post on X, @alanshearer, 2024-07-07)
Alan Shearer’s quotes are a powerful mix of grit, loyalty, and unrelenting passion, inspiring athletes and fans to chase dreams, embrace challenges, and give their all. Which quote captures his Geordie spirit for you? Drop it in the comments and keep Shearer’s legendary legacy alive!
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