Alan Shearer is a retired English footballer, widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers in the history of the sport. Born on August 13, 1970, in Newcastle upon Tyne, he began his professional career at Southampton before moving to Blackburn Rovers, where he won the Premier League in 1995. Shearer is known for his powerful shots, heading ability, and goal-scoring prowess. After his successful stint at Blackburn, Shearer transferred to Newcastle United in 1996 for a then-world record fee. He became the club's all-time leading scorer and earned 63 caps for the England national team, participating in major tournaments like the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.