On this day in 2013: Michael Owen announces retirement

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Owen scored 40 goals in 89 England appearances – then the sixth highest scorer for his country’s men’s team.

His memorable solo goal against Argentina in that tournament made him a world superstar.

He was named European Footballer of the Year in 2001 – the first Englishman to achieve the accolade since Kevin Keegan in 1979.

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Author / Journalist: Pa Sport Staff

Category: Sports

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Published Date: 2023-03-19, 06:00:00

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