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'My heart says Harry Kane!' - Ballon d’Or winner Michael Owen names England captain among his three favourites for 2026 award

Former England international Michael Owen has revealed his top contenders for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, placing Three Lions captain Harry Kane at the forefront of his thinking.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 15

When ‘sensational’ Jude Bellingham could become England’s GOAT as ex-Real Madrid & Three Lions star Michael Owen agrees with Roy Keane’s assessment

Bellingham is already a global superstar, with his first steps down that path being taken when breaking into Birmingham City’s first team at 16 years of age.

Soccer News / Leeds United News / October 14

Michael Owen backs Leeds United to beat Man United as Peter Crouch predicts result

Leeds United are back at Elland Road on Sunday as the Whites play host to rivals Manchester United, who find themselves in disarray. Michael Owen and Peter Crouch have had their say.

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Liverpool FC News / Rousing the Kop / October 13

Michael Owen hits the nail on the head as he delivers his verdict on Liverpool’s Lewis Koumas

If anybody knows anything about performing on the biggest stage as a youngster, it’s Michael Owen. During his playing days, Owen was one of the best teenagers to have played the game, including ripping up the Premier League in the colours of Liverpool.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 13

‘Football is about memories’ - Why Michael Owen doesn’t want second Premier League winners’ medal as FFP case sparks Man City title-stripping discussion

City, who have seen a distracting saga drag on for over three-and-a-half years, maintain that they have done nothing wrong and have lodged appeals against the guilty verdicts that were delivered by an independent commission.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 12

Owen surprises Manchester United fans with his stance on Carrick's dismissal

Has the turning point drawn near? Michael Owen has insisted that he sees no need to consider the future of Michael Carrick at Manchester United, despite the side's shocking start to the current season.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 12

Will Michael Carrick be sacked? Michael Owen explains why under-fire Man Utd boss ‘deserves time’ heading into ‘difficult’ run of away games

Carrick, who won five top-flight titles and the Champions League as a player with United, answered an SOS call from the so-called ‘Theatre of Dreams’ in mid-January - following the departure of Portuguese tactician Ruben Amorim.

Nottingham Forest News / Rousing the Kop / October 10

Michael Owen says there’s a sad reality Liverpool fans need to realise about Andoni Iraola

Liverpool fans are about to get their first real view into any progress made under Andoni Iraola so far when they face Manchester City on Sunday. Though

Newcastle United News / NUFC The Mag / October 10

Lee Clark talks to The Mag about Michael Owen, Tino Asprilla and names Newcastle’s greatest ever striker

An exclusive interview for The Mag with Lee Clark. This interview took place over zoom on Wednesday 23rd September. We began by talking about Lee supporting the Toon from the terraces.

Newcastle United News / NUFC The Mag / October 5

Newcastle United heroes and villains starring Michael Owen, Gazza, Ruud Gullit, Richard Masters…

Here at The Mag we invited a number of regular/irregular contributors to give us their Newcastle United heroes and villains. Our thanks to Toon Man for taking up the challenge.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / October 3

Liverpool praised by former player for sacrificing popular midfielder for academy pathways

Michael Owen has praised a transfer move that some Liverpool fans weren’t sure about back in the summer. Fans don’t like it when clubs sell off their favourite academy stars, but in this case Liverpool have been praised for their foresight by their former player Michael Owen.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / October 3

Michael Owen praises risky Liverpool transfer decision

Former Liverpool star Michael Owen has praised the club for not panic-buying this summer when Curtis Jones left to join Inter Milan. The 25-year-old had been a useful squad player for the Reds, even if he never quite established himself as an automatic starter during his time at Anfield.

Soccer News / Rush The Kop / September 28

Liverpool permit rare transfer to Manchester United as Isaac Konde deal confirmed

Given the fierce and historic rivalry between the two clubs, transfers between Liverpool and Manchester United are incredibly rare. In the modern era, Michael Owen, Peter Beardsley and Paul Ince are the only men to have represented both at senior level.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 24

‘Fantastic attack’ - Man Utd transfer ‘surgery’ has worked but more required as Michael Owen assesses the tactical approach of Michael Carrick

Slovenia international Sesko, who was acquired for £74 million ($98m) during the summer of 2025, established a reputation as something of a super-sub across the second half of his debut campaign at Old Trafford.

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / September 22

Man United player labelled ‘the weak link’ by Michael Owen after disastrous start

Marcus Rashford’s difficult start to the season has come under further scrutiny, with Michael Owen identifying the Manchester United forward as the weakest part of Michael Carrick’s current attack.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 18

Michael Owen comments on Declan Rice’s chance of winning Ballon d’Or

Declan Rice has been nominated for the Ballon d’Or alongside Jude Bellingham, although both midfielders face a difficult challenge if they are to win the prestigious individual award.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 24

1 pass every 9 minutes: What Michael Owen saw from one Liverpool player on Sunday was ‘worrying’

Michael Owen is losing patience with one Liverpool player who can now expect to face ‘questions’ over his output for the Reds. Sunday marked a first return

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 8

‘Would make sense’ Michael Owen urges Arsenal to sign Man Utd star

Michael Owen has recommended Marcus Rashford to Arsenal after the Gunners missed out on Vinicius Junior following their failed pursuit of the Brazilian’s signature.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 16

‘Go and get him’ – Michael Owen says there’s a ‘no-risk’ signing Liverpool absolutely must make

Michael Owen has urged Liverpool to move for one English forward who’s ‘crying out’ to be signed this summer. The Reds are on the lookout for a right-sided winger after the exit of the legendary Mo Salah, and Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly their leading target for that position.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / June 11

'I don’t care' – Michael Owen suggests radical tactic to prevent issue that could 'kill' England at World Cup

Former England star Michael Owen has suggested a slightly radical tactic of reducing key players’ minutes during the 2026 World Cup. The Three Lions start their tournament in Group L with an opening match against Croatia next Wednesday, and it seems Owen is already thinking about resting players.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / April 23

‘Top five in Europe’ – Owen’s verdict will excite Liverpool fans

Liverpool’s season has been defined by big moments at both ends of the pitch, but the injury to Hugo Ekitike remains one of the most significant setbacks we’ve faced heading into the run-in.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / March 16

‘It’s virtually done’ Owen discusses Man City’s chance of catching Arsenal

Arsenal has a strong chance of winning the Premier League title this season and is now just weeks away from achieving that goal. The Gunners possess a talented squad and currently sit nine points clear at the top of the table with only a few matches remaining in the campaign.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 16

‘I still think…’ – Michael Owen issues bullish Liverpool claim which might shock Reds fans

For all of Liverpool’s struggles this season, Michael Owen has still proclaimed them to be ‘the best team in the world’ when playing at their ‘absolute peak’.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / September 11, 2025

Michael Owen believes Tottenham legend should have stayed put at N17; return may be on the cards

Last season was a campaign that many Tottenham fans will never forget after the club managed to end its long-standing trophy drought against all odds. The Lilywhites ended up going all the way in the Europa League, ensuring the 17-year wait for a major trophy was finally over.

Paris Saint-Germain News / PSG Talk / March 23, 2025

‘Can’t Let Him Go’ – Michael Owen Offers Newcastle Bold Advice Regarding Barcelona, PSG Target

Amid the rumors regarding Isak’s future, former England striker Michael Owen appeared on talkSPORT and cautioned Newcastle against selling Isak. “From Newcastle’s point of view, they simply can’t let him go,” Owen said.

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