Shearer discusses scoring record, MOTD & a brush with Cardiff

Shearer reflects on his 260 Premier League goals and acknowledges Haaland could break the record if he stays at Manchester City.

Alan Shearer has discussed his Premier League scoring record in an interview, noting that Erling Haaland could eventually surpass his tally of 260 goals if the Norwegian remains at Manchester City. Shearer said he would "enjoy it while it lasts" and joked that getting Haaland to move to Real Madrid would help preserve his record.

The former Newcastle striker also reflected on his career and connection to the club, recalling his emotional departure from home at age 15 to join Southampton and his eventual return to Newcastle in 1996. He spoke about watching Kevin Keegan as a youngster at St James' Park and the surreal experience of later playing under him. Shearer spent 10 years at Newcastle, scoring 206 goals in 405 appearances before retiring two decades ago.

Now a regular pundit on Match of the Day and co-commentator on England games, Shearer discussed his transition from playing to broadcasting and his continued love for Newcastle, where he occasionally attends matches incognito to avoid delays from fans.