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Alan Shearer confirms real reason he's scaling back Match of the Day appearances
Alan Shearer is only expecting to be on BBC Match of the Day once every month(Image: BBC)
TL;DR
- Alan Shearer will appear on Match of the Day once a month.
- The change allows Shearer more time to attend Newcastle United games.
- Match of the Day has seen changes in its pundit lineup, including new additions and some omissions.
- Shearer is optimistic about Newcastle's season despite a difficult transfer window and selling key players.
- He does not expect the team to reach European football this season.
- Newcastle has signed Nico Gonzalez from Manchester City for £50 million.