Michael Owen is an English former professional footballer who played extensively in the Premier League and in the Spanish La Liga. Michael Owen represented England in international competitions and he bagged 40 goals in 89 international appearances.
Michael Owen won the 2001 Ballon d’Or and he was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2014. Michael Owen won the Premier League Golden Boot on two instances and also won the Premier League Player of the Season on one occasion.
Michael Owen is married to Louise Bonsall and he is blessed with four children called Gemma Rose Owen, Emily May Owen, Jessica Owen, and James Michael Owen.
Why did Michael Owen retire?
Michael Owen decided to hand up his boots as a result of the recurring injury situations that affected the latter parts of his career despite the fact that he was still young and had much together.