The Richard Dimbleby Lecture — Season 1, Episode 46: Sir Gareth Southgate: The Beautiful Game: Building Belief and Resilience in a Younger Generation

Episode synopsis

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.

About The Richard Dimbleby Lecture

The Richard Dimbleby Lecture was founded in the memory of Richard Dimbleby, the BBC broadcaster. It has been delivered by an influential business or political figure almost every year since 1972.

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