Why A Football Speaker Is The Perfect Addition To A Corporate Event

Why Book A Football Speaker?

Booking a football speaker for your event is a brilliant way to boost attendance and create an unforgettable experience. With former players, managers, coaches and pundits being instantly recognisable to many, their presence alone can generate excitement and anticipation. Guests are given the rare opportunity to meet one of their footballing heroes – a moment they’ll cherish forever.

Football speakers share powerful, behind-the-scenes stories and lessons that resonate far beyond the pitch. These unique insights – often unheard elsewhere – inspire audiences and spark real motivation, whether in business, education or everyday life. Their journeys of teamwork, resilience, and leadership are easily relatable and profoundly impactful.

From sporting legends to celebrated pundits, many of the best corporate speakers hail from the world of football. Their ability to engage, entertain and inspire through their football experience makes them the perfect addition to any event, helping to leave a lasting impression on every attendee.

Who Are The Best Football Speakers To Book

When looking at the vast array of football speakers on offer, it can seem overwhelming. Here are some of the top football speakers that are perfect for corporate events.

Kevin Keegan

Kevin Keegan is one of only a select few professional footballers that has both captained and managed the England football squad. A true legend of the sport, Kevin’s sporting career spanned over 40 years, playing for and managing clubs such as Newcastle United and Manchester City. Now a formidable international pundit for some of the biggest TV broadcasting channels, Kevin’s experiences within multiple industries is unmatched.  

A hugely popular and recognised figure in the sport Kevin has a plethora of knowledge that ranges from business to media, teamwork and leadership. He has the incredible ability to convert his experiences and skills learnt throughout his career into real-life situations that can be understood and identified across all audiences. 

Michael Owen

Internationally renowned footballer, Michael Owen, is arguably one of the best strikers England has ever had to offer. After retiring from professional football in 2013, Michael became a prominent football speaker that has become increasingly popular, featuring at various sporting events, with thanks to his experience in both domestic and international football, as well as his impeccable punditry skills.

Claiming the title of England's youngest ever goalscorer, Michael set himself up to have an incredibly impressive career from the get-go. He received the prestigious Ballon d'Or in 2001 for his superb performances for Liverpool and England. Throughout his sporting career, Michael has accumulated a massive 89 senior international caps representing England from a young age. 

Alan Shearer OBE

An incredible ambassador to the sport, Alan Shearer, is the only player in English football history to score 30 or more goals in three consecutive seasons. Proven to be a goal-scoring machine, Shearer is still the Premier Leagues’ all-time highest goal scorer. For his monumental contribution to the sport, he was awarded an OBE in 2001.  

In more recent years, Shearer has gone on to do punditry work for the BBC and has become a well-recognised figure and prominent member of BBC Sports coverage. Often featured at various events, Shearer is an experienced after-dinner speaker who offers the entertainment value in all his talks. The sporting world would not be the same without this huge footballing figure. A formidable football speaker, with an abundance of talent and experience behind him, as well as pure dedication, Alan Shearer is a must for any event. 

Rio Ferdinand 

As one of football’s most decorated players, Rio Ferdinand has had a hugely successful career on and off the pitch. He contributed to six Premier League title wins and played over 600 games for both Manchester United and England. Having won numerous awards throughout his sporting career, not only for his athletic talent, but also for his BAFTA award-winning documentary, Being Mum and Dad, which depicted his incredibly raw personal battle with bereavement, whilst becoming the sole career of three young children, after losing his wife to cancer.    

Rio is an incredibly honest speaker who has the ability to relate to his audience on various different levels, leaving audiences in complete awe of him. As a result of this, his heart-felt talks and personal life experience makes Rio a truly inspirational figure, that is a must for any corporate event.   

Steph Houghton 

Steph Houghton is widely regarded as one of the finest centre-backs in women’s football. With over 100 caps for the England national team, she became captain in 2014 and led her country through two World Cups and a UEFA Women’s Euro. A natural leader on and off the pitch, Houghton also proudly represented Great Britain at the 2012 and 2020 Olympic Games. Her resilience, professionalism, and influence in the growth of women’s football have made her an inspiring figure across sport and beyond. As a speaker, Steph brings powerful insights into leadership, teamwork, and overcoming adversity—making her a compelling choice for corporate events, sports conferences, and motivational sessions. Her legacy continues to inspire the next generation of athletes and leaders.

Andy Cole

Andy Cole is one of the Premier League’s most prolific strikers, renowned for his goal-scoring instinct, resilience, and winning mentality. Best known for his six-year spell at Manchester United, Cole won nine major trophies, including five Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. With 187 goals, he ranks as the fourth-highest scorer in Premier League history. His career also spanned top clubs like Arsenal, Blackburn, Fulham, Manchester City, Portsmouth, and Sunderland. Uniquely, Cole has won every top-tier domestic trophy in English football and Europe’s highest club honour. With 15 England caps, his insights into elite performance, teamwork, and perseverance make him an exceptional motivational speaker for sporting and corporate audiences alike.

How To Book The Very Best For Your Event

Here at the Champions Football Speakers Agency, we have a huge roster of after-dinner football speakers available to book for your event, including some of the best football speakers accessible. 

Book one of the sporting legends above or choose from hundreds of footballing icons on our roster for your corporate entertainment, sports hospitality and sporting events. Fill in our online contact form or call us on 0207 1010 553 to book the best football speakers for your event.