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Owen, of course, was already a superstar in his own right, having first illuminated a World Cup at the age of 18, so was he excited or nervous when he first entered the dressing room?

"Liverpool play a very similar way no matter what, similar formation, and I don't think there will be any surprises from Liverpool. - don't miss a story and sign-up to the free Tottenham newsletter. Manchester City were offered an advantage in their pursuit for a fourth Premier League crown in five seasons without even kicking a ball on Saturday afternoon. Fred has had a good start under new Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag and the Dutchman has praised the midfielder. We wanted three, that's not so cool.". The atmosphere, the history, you feel it all when you go to Anfield so I think it's more of a fortress than the Bernabeu.". Manchester United make decision on Anthony Martial's future. Owen quickly won over his colleagues. But convincing the coach that he was worthy of a starting spot wasn't always so easy. 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"No question Real Madrid will be looking at Liverpool's high line, they'll be looking at Trent going forward a lot and they'll be thinking Vinicius is going to be a weapon. In Karim Benzema, they also boast the Ballon d'Or frontrunner. Owen's searing acceleration meant the threat of hamstring injuries loomed over his fledgling career, but he nevertheless registered goal records of 23 and 12 in the next two seasons. Tottenham haven't beaten Liverpool in the Premier League since their 4-1 win at Wembley back in 2017, losing seven of the last nine outings against Jurgen Klopp's side. A transfer to the Spanish heavyweights was indeed finalised in August 2004, bringing an end to a goal-laden spell with Liverpool which included four major trophies. "Football-wise, I absolutely loved it," he reveals. However, Owen believes Jurgen Klopp's side could face a stiff test against the Magpies, who have vastly improved under Eddie Howe in recent months. I played for Real Madrid and whenever you play away from home there's no away support in Spain. "So, I wanted Zidane to pass me the ball when I was marked. Michael Owen agrees with Jurgen Klopp about the ongoing title race. Ultimately, though, it could only take one more slip-up to determine where the trophy is headed on May 22. Owen obviously would have loved to have returned to Anfield. Indeed, this was Madrid's Galacticos era; Florentino Perez's squad was packed full of living legends. External Link, Inside Matters: Owen - I almost wanted to just hide away, Owen: Liverpool have steel of Ferguson's Man Utd, Owen: City must carry on to match Invincibles, Flashback: Saints fight back to draw thriller against Liverpool, Owen: It doesn't get much better than that, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Standard, August Unidad Editorial Informacin Deportiva, S.L.U. "I think the impression that people have, or had, of my time over there was that I was always coming off the bench. ", Watch BT Sports exclusive coverage of the UEFA Champions League final between Liverpool v Real Madrid live from the Stade de France from 6pm on Saturday 28th May. "That comeback win in Spain on Tuesday is bound to mean they enter this in great spirit. "[Karim] Benzema is in great form of course, but I think it's in behind and Vinicius' pace that they might try to exploit. They could produce another telling moment in the title race by upsetting the Reds at Anfield, but I think Liverpool will just edge this one. "We already had Fernando Morientes, Raul and Ronaldo on the books, so I was thinking, 'God, I've got a World Cup coming up at the end of next season, I don't fancy being on the bench a lot. Man Utd face Aston Villa in their fourth pre-season friendly on Saturday in Australia. Divock Origi scored his side's second goal in their 2-0 victory over Everton, and could therefore be included in the starting line-up against Newcastle. 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Indeed, it's worth pointing out that he ended the season with a better goals-to-minutes ratio than the great Ronaldo. "Madrid will try to capitalise on what they perceive as a weak link in Liverpool's tactics, but few teams actually manage to pull it off.". They're going to try to exploit the space in behind Trent when he goes forward. The Reds also cruised to a 2-0 win over Villarreal in the first leg of their Champions League semi-finals this midweek. Owen's career-defining moment followed at the Millennium Stadium in May 2001, when Liverpool met Arsenal in the FA Cup final. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. The Premier League giants will be favourites and Owen has claimed on Twitter that he doesnt believe Los Blancos have any chance of winning tonight. All rights reserved.

I was very involved. Liverpool will be full of confidence after they continue to hunt for a historic quadruple-winning season. Because if you blink against Benzema, he will score. A graduate of the FA's Lilleshall school of excellence, Owen was prolific for the Reds' youth sides and played an integral role as the club claimed success in the FA Youth Cup for the very first time in 1996. Erik ten Hag reacts to Fred performances in Frenkie de Jong role for Manchester United. Every word Erik ten Hag said in Manchester United press conference ahead of Aston Villa friendly. If City win all of their games they will win it anyway, but they only need to slip up once and Liverpool are right there. "Liverpool currently have the better squad. His hold-up play is brilliant, he's got everything. As mentioned, the Reds are certainly favourites, but not only does Klopp has injury concerns namely Fabinho and Thiago, who are expected to be available nonetheless but they were competitive up until six days ago. Owen travelled to Portugal for Euro 2004 that summer and scored in a penalty shoot-out defeat by the hosts. Manchester City was just mind-blowing how they beat them as well. Copyright 2022 The Liverpool Football Club and Athletic Grounds Limited. "I think [Carlo] Ancelotti will try to expose that area and Vinicius will be one of their key components. "It was a massive honour to play in that white shirt in that stadium and I loved every minute of it. "That's exactly it!" He could be set to assume the role once more this weekend. "Although they are two very different footballers, their flexibility allows the Reds to lineup in many different ways based on the opposition. "I felt at home and very able on the pitch. "I think Liverpool will probably have a lot of the ball, because I think Real Madrid will be keen to prevent spaces in behind them for the likes of [Mohamed] Salah and [Sadio] Mane to run into," he commented. Something went wrong, please try again later. In the summer of 2004, Owen was presented with a heart-wrenching dilemma: stay at childhood club Liverpool or move to Madrid? "Well I'm going to pull one back here for Liverpool, I think Liverpool have got the best fans. England were eliminated, but their No.20 was world famous. "Right now, Liverpool are probably the most attractive club in the world to sign for. "It's funny, because there's not one particular thing that terrifies you from a defensive perspective. Despite having played for Los Blancos, the former England international recognises that he sides more in Liverpool's favour. Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, Luis Figo, David Beckham, Roberto Carlos we're talking about arguably the most glamorous squad in football history. But Salah's results are quite stunning over the last few years. "They're renowned all around Europe of course, particularly their away fans. "However, sometimes in football you come across a genius that also works hard and that was Zidane. Respect from the fans or even the manager can come later. 3-1.. "We have a point more than before the game. For more info, visit btsport.com, GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours involving Manchester United, GOAL takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from around the world, Talks are ongoing over the France defender's future, but he is already preparing for a move to London, Man Utd transfers LIVE: Red Devils ready to wait for De Jong, Chelsea target Kounde lining up Lukakus house . The 2001 Ballon d'Or winner, an award he won during his time playing for Liverpool, believes that Liverpool will not repeat the same failings as Chelsea and Manchester City against this Real Madrid team. I'd just won the Ballon d'Or, so I wasn't going in there thinking that everyone was better than me. "But I struggle to see any fault in him. "You think you're gonna be a Liverpool player for life but then you think, 'Oh my God, it's Real Madrid I'll regret this forever if I say no.'. They're just the most iconic club. Speaking in his post-match interview, Klopp told BT Sport: "It's not that all games are played and we need a defeat on Sunday for City against Newcastle, there are other games to play. He's incredible on the ball, he scores goals, he's a great leader. ". Spurs start a crucial week in the race for the top four with the north London derby following the clash against Liverpool. Germany are eight-time Women's European champions - so why were they written off before England 2022? At the close of play City and Liverpool will both have three Premier League fixtures to come. The biggest game of the season between the two best teams.

You want their respect above anything else. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp could put the likes of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane, Virgil van Dijk, Thiago Alcantara and Trent Alexander-Arnold on the bench against Newcastle United. "I think in terms of fans who follow their team home and away, through thick and thin, and to every corner of the globe, I think Liverpool fans are definitely taking this one.". Man United have signed three players but are still lacking a central midfielder and a forward after finishing sixth. "But I also think they will want to sit deep to actually encourage Liverpool to play that high line and then try to exploit it on the counter-attack. "I'm sure they believe their name is on the title what with scrapping through the group stage and then, of course, [their match against] Chelsea was incredible how they got through that. He's not as big as Van Dijk, he's not as strong as Van Dijk, he's not as quick as Van Dijk. "Some of them didn't have amazing ability but they worked their nuts off to compensate. In other news, Director says 23m Tottenham ace wants to join but he's too expensive, UEFA MUST STOP! They meet Newcastle at the Etihad Stadium later on (4.30pm). Everyone makes mistakes sometimes but he's bigger than everyone, he's faster than everyone, he's smarter than everyone. Get the latest City team news, transfer stories, match updates and analysis delivered straight to your inbox - FREE. Jota, Matip and Keita have played a key role in Liverpool's run to the semi-finals of the Champions League, the final of the FA Cup, and their Carabao Cup triumph. His faith was rewarded in the Round of 16 clash with Argentina; snaking around and beyond a succession of challenges, Michael completed a breathtaking individual effort by clipping a finish into the net. The Whites have won three and drawn two of their last five league games. "So, I couldn't wait to get training and show them that I was a proper player, one that they could trust with the ball.". This one is huge for Spurs considering Arsenals recent form and I dont think Spurs can afford to lose this game. "Straight from the off he was just a breath of fresh air and he's absolutely idolised on Merseyside, and you can obviously understand why. Michael added another 24 to his personal tally during the landmark treble-winning season of 2000-01, including an iconic brace beyond Roma in a UEFA Cup tie at the Stadio Olimpico. "A bit of both," he confesses. The nation demanded that Owen be selected in the starting line-up, a call acknowledged by Hoddle. In an exclusive interview with GOAL, the former forward reveals how tough it was for him to quit Anfield and how he had always hoped to return. Liverpool's other Colombian: Could Anderson Arroyo's incredible journey end with a Luis Diaz reunion in red? Michael's crucial strikes ensured Liverpool regained their place in the Champions League elite at the close of 2003-04, as Gerard Houllier handed the managerial reins over to Rafael Benitez. The former Reds and Los Blancos striker is fully backing the English club. It wouldnt shock me to see Spurs get a positive result because of the way they play and their position in the Premier League top four race. For starters, 2004-05 was a turbulent season for Madrid. "That said, they struggle stylistically against teams that sit back, so this is a really tricky test for Liverpool. However, the retired striker had a turbulent year in the Spanish capital before returning to England, rarely playing the full 90 minutes as he was largely forced to watch on while fellow forward Ronaldo Nazario endeared himself into the hearts of Los Blancos' fans. Jurgen Klopps side were atrocious in the first-half against Villarreal and if that happens against Spurs, they are out of the Premier League title race. That's the positive thing. Victory for Man City against Newcastle will move them three points clear in the Premier League. Erik ten Hag issues transfer message to Manchester United board. A supreme finisher and natural striker, Michael Owen exploded onto the first-team scene as a 17-year-old and left Liverpool with a ratio of a goal every two games and an FA Cup final named after him. Emile Heskey's arrival at Anfield in 2000 heralded a new era for Owen - at domestic and international levels - as the pair formed an effective partnership which allowed both to score goals. Gomez, however, produced an impressive performance in the Reds' 2-0 victory over Watford earlier this month from the right-back position. He's had such a good season, he's just grown into being the focal point of the team after Ronaldo's exit. "Everybody does the same thing and everyone tries it. In both 2001-02 and 2002-03 Owen struck the target 28 times, his personal best for a single season at Anfield. Buzz and hype already surrounded this lethal forward and Roy Evans handed Michael a senior debut against Wimbledon on May 6, 1997; naturally, he required just 16 minutes to find the target after being introduced from the bench. Owen, of course, knows a thing or two about the vulnerability of best-laid plans. However, I cant not pick Liverpool. B&M slapped with 1m fine after man's body 'blew up to four times its normal size' in dramatic explosion, Shahenur Rahman was left in a coma for two weeks, Shein's 8.99 swimsuit has broken the internet because it looks SO painful, Red flag symptoms that led ASDA employee to discover he has terminal cancer, After getting his symptoms checked out, the supermarket worker later went on to find he had stage four terminal cancer, but wants to spread awareness so nobody else falls victim, Mum's 'Game-changing' 50p recipe makes ice cream 'exactly like' Mr Whippy with two ingredients, "It's sooo good never buying Mr Whippy ever again now I can make it. Two European heavyweights about to go head to head.

Can Conte get Spurs over the line? I think the way Liverpool play suits Tottenham as Antonio Conte wants teams to come at them, Merson told Sportskeeda. "The league titles, the players who have played there, the reach that they've got around the worldof course I'm saying these things and Liverpool have got them all as wellbut I just think that, on balance, Real Madrid - probably based on the European cups that they've won over the years - are arguably the biggest football club in the world.". We have to keep going, that was always clear. "It was about being able to play in that famous white kit, to play in the Bernabeu, to play with Zidane, Figo, Beckham, Roberto Carlos. "He's such a good finisher and has such a great temperament. Erik ten Hag hints at four starters in Manchester United's fixture vs Brighton.

External Link, Iconic Moment: Dream goal for teenage Macheda, Iconic Moments: Arsenal complete season unbeaten, Kompany: Guardiolas intensity key to success Spurs have done the double over Manchester City in the Premier League this season. I can see the reds winning this comfortably. Tottenham returned to winning ways last week with 3-1 victory over Leicester but face a tough test against Liverpool at Anfield tonight. Owen, though, tried to take out something of an insurance policy.

Michael Owen arrived at Real Madrid in the summer of 2004 with the hope that he would become the latest Galactico to shine at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, following his move from Liverpool. Ronaldo, Pogba and Harry Potter - Inside the world of USMNT and Juventus ace Weston McKennie, Ronaldo wants to leave Man Utd but none of Europe's top teams want Cristiano. I didn't get the chance to spend the rest of my career at Liverpool but I had an incredible experience in Madrid.". Then, you get guys that are an absolute genius on the ball, but they do no work. Erik ten Hag gives reality check to Donny van de Beek over Manchester United future. Madrid, after all, are the game's great aristocrats, they boast a powerful sense of entitlement when it comes to the European Cup, which has helped them pull off one miracle after another on their rousing run to this season's Champions League final. "When you go to a new club, you always want to gain everyone's respect straight away. The latter campaign also included a goal in the League Cup final triumph over Manchester United. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. All rights reserved. Its a miracle that Madrid have made the final but in Liverpool they face their biggest challenge.

We have to keep going, that was always clear. "Some clubs will always have that draw and when Real Madrid come in you think 'wow'.

"Like, if I were Virgil Van Dijk going to bed the night before the game, I wouldn't be thinking, 'I'll have to drop deep as Benzema might exploit the space in behind because he's so quick. "But even then, two seconds later I was thinking, 'No, I wanna be at Liverpool for the rest of my life. Pep Guardiola's side will face a tricky test against a Leeds United side that has been rejuvenated by Jesse Marsch. Nonetheless, when Madrid received an offer from Newcastle during the summer of 2005, Perez essentially allowed Owen to decide whether they should accept it. Don't get me wrong, I had a great year [at Real Madrid], met some great people and had just the most wonderful experience," he noted. Benitez: Liverpool are slight favourites to win the Champions League final, but Real Madrid Asensio: Real Madrid's players don't know what happened in the Champions League this season either, Salah: I'm very motivated to face Real Madrid after what happened in 2018, Salah: I'd prefer to play Real Madrid in the Champions League final than Manchester City, Klopp: I don't believe in revenge, all is fine between Liverpool and Real Madrid. It's not that all games are played and we need a defeat on Sunday for City against Newcastle, there are other games to play. Klopp's men will head into the game on the back of a 2-0 victory over Everton in the Merseyside derby last weekend. Former England striker Michael Owen has backed Liverpool to a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United at St James' Park in their next Premier League assignment on Saturday. For the next seven years, Liverpool were guaranteed league goals in the double figures by Owen - despite his tender age, he concluded the 1997-98 campaign with 23 goals from 44 matches in all competitions. 3-1 or 3-0 is my prediction," Owen told the Daily Mail. Antonio Conte spoke ahead of the game about the club's failed attempt to lure Luis Diaz to north London in January, after the Colombian winger chose to join Liverpool ahead of the Spurs. He is ahead of Diogo Jota at the moment.

And their shared problem was how to fit so much attacking talent into a functioning, balanced line-up. "Real Madrid have just done phenomenally well to get to the final," Owen explained. "So, in terms of attributes that will scare the life out of Van Dijk, there isn't one.

Eddie Howe's side have claimed four consecutive victories in the Premier League, including wins over Wolves, Leicester City and Crystal Palace. "He's 34 now yet he seems to be getting better. Tottenham need a positive result against Liverpool tonight to stay right in the fight for a top 4 finish. "Everyone knows I spent half my life at Liverpool. We sat down with the Real Madrid and Liverpool legend @themichaelowen who gave us an exclusive insight on this years Champions League finalists. Luis Diaz changed the game against Villarreal, and Id expect to see him from the start here. Spurs still have a lot to fight for and have proved they can perform away against the top teams as shown with their win at the Etihad earlier this season. The goals kept flowing. He was a magician but the ultimate professional. Pep Guardiola's Erling Haaland blueprint could force spotlight on Julian Alvarez at Man City, Julian Alvarez could be set to shoulder a heavy weight for Manchester City this season, Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag issues challenge to Harry Maguire over boos. It wasnt an emphatic performance, but the win last week at Newcastle was huge. Upon his return to England, speculation was rife regarding a move to Real Madrid. Cristiano Ronaldo is not with the Man United squad but their XI for the first game of the new season is starting to take shape. And ahead of what promises to be an exceptional game of football on Saturday at the Stade de France, we at 90min sat down with Michael Owen to discuss his two former clubs. Michael would later switch back to Barclays Premier League football with Newcastle United and subsequently Manchester United and Stoke City before retiring from the game at the end of the 2012-13 season. 1998. "His enthusiasm, his love for his players, for the fans, the way he's embraced the city, it feels like you'd go into the training ground everyday and just be enthused by the whole atmosphere. "I think they could beat them reasonably convincingly, because they are an exceptional team at the minute and are too good for Real Madrid.". Speaking of Liverpools attacking unit, the addition of Luis Diaz has sort of transformed them. "I'd be losing sleep if I were a defender and about to go up against Kylian Mbappe because he's so fast and skilful that he can do things that will absolutely embarrass you. Paris is bouncing. "When Trent Alexander-Arnold moves forward, they've got Vinicius [Junior] that could really hurt Liverpool in that position. "So, before I left, I spoke to Rick Parry, who was the chief executive at the time, 'Can we just have like a gentleman's agreement that you'll buy me back after I've done a couple of years in Madrid? Son has been in brilliant form, and hes in the running for the golden boot. Has anybody ever said no to Real Madrid? We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. "Every single team that goes up against Liverpool looks at the same thing: their high-risk, high-reward high line," the retired forward tells GOAL. These are your Manchester United morning headlines for Friday, July 21. They ran through three coaches during the course of the campaign: Jose Antonio Camacho, Mariano Garcia Remon and Vanderlei Luxemburgo. "But he has to make sure that he's focused at all times in the final. They won't want to get into a grind with them, because I think Real Madrid are the ultimate team when it comes to know-how and winning close games.".

"I think Liverpool are better than Real Madrid and they could blow them away. "However, my money is on Liverpool as things stand. "I think they both really suit their teams very wellI don't knowBenzema this year has just been sensational, probably ahead of Salah "I think Benzema is a more gifted player technically, you know his touch is better, he's a purer footballer. No side in Europe is in better form than them and they just dont look like losing, particularly at Anfield. All rights reserved. "Both teams have got phenomenal support around the world. "He's (Van Dijk) the best I've ever seen and I've played against some great centre-halves. The former forward has nothing but admiration for the German manager and his "mentality monsters". Michael Owen agrees with Jurgen Klopp that the title race is not over, but accepts Liverpool's draw against Tottenham was a bitter blow to their chances.