Former England football manager Sir Gareth Southgate will give the 2025 Richard Dimbleby Lecture, focusing on leadership, unity, and resilience. The lecture, introduced by David Dimbleby, will be broadcast on BBC One next Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 10:40 PM.
Here’s the Lowdown: Southgate will share insights from his personal experiences and leadership journey. He will discuss the importance of belief, the strength found in unity, and the need for resilience, particularly for young people facing a rapidly evolving world.
What This Means Now: The lecture offers a chance to hear from a prominent figure in British sport about broader themes applicable to all aspects of life. Southgate’s reflections on transforming the national team’s culture, emphasising inclusivity and integrity, will be a key part of the discussion.
The Bigger Picture: The Richard Dimbleby Lecture is a prestigious annual event. Southgate’s selection highlights the significance of his leadership beyond the football pitch. A Q&A session with the audience at Senate House, University of London, will follow the lecture, providing additional depth to his thoughts on leadership. The programme will be available on iPlayer shortly after the initial broadcast.
