What can one say about michael owen? this small pacey striker burst into international recognition with the stunning goal against argentina.

First establishing himself with liverpool owen scored many a goal during his time there.

he was then sold, for what i consider a misely £7 million for a player of his capability, to Real Madrid. during what turned out to be his only season there he had a not amazing experience scoring 13 in 20 apps.
having played second fiddle to raul and ronaldo for a while the writing was on the wall for owen when madrid signed 2 new strikers.

Cue intense speculation which ended in newcastle paying £17 million for the striker.

a total of 10 apps led to 7 goals before owen broke his metatarsal on new years day. months later he has still to return to full match fitness during englands world cup campaign.