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Football Biography

Alan Shearer

English · Born 1970

Premier LeagueNewcastleEngland
Centre Forward
260
goals

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Premier League all-time top scorer with 260 goals, a Newcastle United icon and England striker of rare power and consistency.

Alan Shearer is the Premier League's all-time top scorer with 260 goals and remains one of the most complete centre-forwards England has produced. His physical strength, aerial ability and clinical finishing made him virtually unplayable at his peak. A loyal servant to Newcastle United for the second half of his career, he turned down the chance to join Manchester United for a record £15 million fee to return to his hometown club.

His 260 Premier League goals is a record that has stood since 2006 and looks likely to stand indefinitely.

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Career Honours

  • Premier League 1995
  • Golden Boot 3x