Michael Owen
Robbie Keane 'dreads' his retirement from football
Robbie Keane says that he has no intention of following Michael Owen's lead and announcing his retirement anytime soon.
Mar 19, 21:04
Michael Owen to retire: Twitter reacts
Sports Mole looks over the Twitter messages that have been left in support of Michael Owen following the announcement of his retirement plans.
Mar 19, 15:17
Frank Lampard: Michael Owen "deserves very high praise"
Frank Lampard hails the impact that Michael Owen made on the England national team during his career.
Mar 19, 14:09
Gary Lineker hails Michael Owen's England contribution
Gary Lineker insists that the retiring Michael Owen is "one of the greatest strikers" to ever play for England.
Mar 19, 13:58
Michael Owen's top five moments
Sports Mole looks back over Michael Owen's top five moments for club and country.
Mar 19, 13:17
David Bernstein: 'Michael Owen should remain in football'
Football Association chairman David Bernstein insists that Michael Owen, who will retire at the end of the season, should continue in football.
Mar 19, 13:10
John Barnes tips Michael Owen for TV punditry role
John Barnes believes that Michael Owen could carve out a career in TV punditry following his retirement from football.
Mar 19, 10:47
Jason McAteer: 'Michael Owen will be remembered as a great player'
Jason McAteer says that Michael Owen, who announced plans to retire at the end of the season, will be remembered as a "great".
Mar 19, 10:22
John Aldridge 'not surprised' by Michael Owen's retirement
Former Liverpool striker John Aldridge suggests that Michael Owen's retirement announcement was expected.
Mar 19, 10:11
Michael Owen "reduced to tears" following retirement announcement
Michael Owen says that he has been "reduced to tears" after announcing plans to retire at the end of the season.
Mar 19, 10:01
Michael Owen to retire from football at the end of the season
Michael Owen announces that he will hang up his boots at the end of the season following stints at Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle, Manchester United and Stoke.
Mar 19, 09:33
Team News: Seven changes for Newcastle United
Newcastle United make seven changes to their starting XI for the game with Stoke City this afternoon.
Mar 10, 14:16
Report: Stoke City will not offer Michael Owen a contract renewal
Stoke City will not offer Michael Owen a contract renewal at the end of the season, according to a report.
Mar 10, 08:40
Michael Owen: 'Liverpool will do everything to keep Luis Suarez'
Michael Owen is confident that Liverpool will "move heaven and earth" to keep striker Luis Suarez at Anfield.
Mar 7, 10:22
Michael Owen: Wayne Rooney needs "to get his head down"
Michael Owen says that Wayne Rooney's Manchester United future remains in his hands.
Mar 6, 12:29
Michael Owen angers Flintshire residents on 'Family Fortunes'
Michael Owen angers residents in Flintshire after claiming that he was from a village near Cheshire while on Family Fortunes.
Mar 5, 13:25
Michael Owen: 'Not all about Cristiano Ronaldo'
Former Manchester United striker Michael Owen insists that the Red Devils have the players to hurt Real Madrid.
Mar 5, 13:10
Michael Owen: 'Manchester United could win Champions League'
Michael Owen believes that Manchester United have the best team capable of clinching the Champions League trophy this season.
Mar 5, 11:11
Michael Owen: Gareth Bale not in "Messi's or Ronaldo's league"
Michael Owen says that it is too early to compare Gareth Bale to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Feb 26, 12:09
Tony Pulis open to offering Michael Owen new Stoke City deal
Stoke City boss Tony Pulis says that he could offer striker Michael Owen a new contract at the end of the season.
Feb 22, 09:34
Raheem Sterling quits Twitter to focus on football
Raheem Sterling reveals that he has removed his Twitter and Facebook accounts in order to focus on playing football for Liverpool.
Feb 15, 17:07
Sam Vokes suffers foot injury
Burnley striker Sam Vokes is awaiting the results of a scan to determine how serious an injury he has suffered to his foot.
Feb 13, 14:47
Michael Owen: 'Real Madrid will struggle with Robin van Persie, Wayne Rooney'
Michael Owen believes that Robin van Persie and Wayne Rooney will damage Real Madrid's defence in tonight's Champions League clash.
Feb 13, 10:27
Brek Shea scores in Stoke City friendly
Brek Shea scores on his first appearance for Stoke City during a friendly match against Burnley.
Feb 12, 19:25
Michael Owen hails driven Sir Alex Ferguson
Michael Owen thinks that Manchester United have the edge over Real Madrid because of the drive and belief of manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Feb 12, 04:33
Michael Owen talks up Manchester United's chances
Michael Owen feels that Manchester United have the "edge" over Real Madrid ahead of their Champions League meeting.
Feb 11, 14:49
Team News: Nick Blackman makes full Reading debut
Reading hand striker Nick Blackman a full debut in this afternoon's Premier League clash with Stoke City at the Britannia Stadium.
Feb 9, 14:17
Michael Owen: 'Jamie Carragher would love to be a manager'
Michael Owen thinks that former Liverpool teammate would "love" to go into management but insists that he won't want to leave his family.
Feb 7, 17:41
England vs. Brazil - Five memorable matches
With England preparing to take on Brazil tomorrow, Sports Mole looks back over five memorable encounters between the two nations.
Feb 5, 16:43
Michael Owen escapes FA action
The Football Association will not look into Michael Owen's reaction to a challenge by Mikel Arteta after the match official confirms that he saw the incident.
Feb 4, 13:38
Tony Pulis: 'FA could charge Michael Owen'
Stoke City manager Tony Pulis says that the FA could charge Michael Owen for his reaction to a challenge from Mikel Arteta in their 1-0 defeat to Arsenal
Feb 2, 22:07
Arsene Wenger wanted Ryan Shawcross red
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger claims that Stoke City skipper Ryan Shawcross should have been sent off for a foul on Laurent Koscielny.
Feb 2, 20:35
Match Analysis: Arsenal 1-0 Stoke City
Sports Mole dissects Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Stoke City.
Feb 2, 17:40
Stoke City's Michael Owen will keep going
Michael Owen says that just because he does not complain, it doesn't mean he is not frustrated at a lack of playing time.
Jan 29, 00:54
Michael Owen: 'My season hasn't gone as planned'
Michael Owen admits that he had hoped to play more often since joining Stoke City.
Jan 26, 13:36
Tony Pulis: 'Michael Owen needs to fight for his place'
Stoke boss Tony Pulis insists that Michael Owen will have to fight for his place in order to grab a regular spot in the first team.
Jan 24, 10:46
Michael Owen delighted to open Stoke City account
Stoke City striker Michael Owen says that he wants to build on his goal against Swansea City in the second half of the season.
Jan 23, 03:30
Confident Ben Davies happy with first goal
Ben Davies says that he is continually growing in confidence after scoring his first goal for Swansea City on Saturday.
Jan 21, 07:47
Michael Owen reaches goal milestone
Former England striker Michael Owen scores the 150th Premier League goal of his career during Stoke City's match against Swansea City.
Jan 19, 21:31
Tony Pulis: 'No chance of Michael Owen loan'
Stoke City manager Tony Pulis insists that there is "no chance" that Michael Owen will leave the club on loan in January.
Jan 19, 13:37
