Michael Owen Quotes

"Michael Owen set the World Cup alight. I am sorry he has gone home because he is such an exciting player. It would have been good to play for England and been on the same pitch as him." - Ronaldo

"My favourite player is Michael Owen" - Pele

"For me, young Michael Owen is the jewel in England's crown. I was fortunate to get Ronaldo playing for me at PSV and I certainly believe Owen is as good now as Ronaldo was at 18." - Bobby Robson

"Michael Owen has made as big an impact on world football as Cruyff, Maradona and Pele" - Kevin Keegan