Sir Gareth Southgate

Former England football manager Sir Gareth Southgate delivers the 2025 Richard Dimbleby Lecture. Gareth reflects on his personal journey, what he has lived through and what he has learned as a leader. He will explore the concept of belief, examine the power of unity and highlight the importance of resilience, especially for young people in a fast-changing and challenging world.

Following the lecture, there will be a Q&A with the invited audience, providing further insight into Gareth’s perspective on leadership, how he transformed the culture of the national team and the importance of inclusivity and integrity.

Introduced by David Dimbleby from Senate House at the University of London.