Alan Shearer's seven-word response to his daughter's both dating England Rugby stars
Rugby NewsSunday, 03 November 2024 at 22:10
When it comes to love interests for his daughters, Alan Shearer has one golden rule: keep the footballers at bay!
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The iconic Newcastle United striker, famed for his record-breaking 260 Premier League goals and leading Blackburn Rovers to glory in the 1994/95 season, is also a family man who’s not shy about expressing his views on romance.
Recently, Shearer found himself in a bit of a twist when both his daughters started dating international rugby stars!
Hollie Shearer, his younger daughter, is currently in a relationship with Joe Marchant, the talented centre for Stade Francais. The couple, who’ve been together since January 2022, just marked their second anniversary, with Hollie sharing the love on Instagram with a heartfelt post: “Two years with you.”
But it’s not just her relationship that’s catching attention! Hollie’s blossoming career as a musician has skyrocketed her popularity, racking up over 80,000 followers on social media. It looks like the Shearer name is still making waves, whether on the pitch or in the music scene!.
Alan Shearer, a popular pundit on Match of the Day, had a light-hearted response when asked about his daughter's relationship with Marchant. He remarked that he was pleased with her choice, saying, "I’m just glad it’s not a footballer."
Marchant and Hollie frequently post pictures together on social media, showcasing their time at weddings, holidays, and sporting events.
Shearer's other daughter, Chloe, is dating former England and Newcastle Falcons scrum-half Micky Young and works as a Talent Management Consultant.
Chloe and Hollie frequently share pictures together, with the sisters boasting a combined Instagram following of 102,000.
Alan Shearer, a former professional football player, is widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers of all time.
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