Michael Owen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 14, 1979 |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Chester, Cheshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Michael Owen's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Winning the Ballon d'Or in 2001, being one of England's top international goal scorers, and his successful club career, particularly at Liverpool FC. |
Intro
Michael Owen is a retired English professional footballer and current sports pundit, renowned for his prolific goal-scoring ability and contributions to clubs such as Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle United, and Manchester United, as well as the England national team.
Early Life & Background
Born in Chester, Michael Owen showed exceptional football talent at a young age. He is the son of former footballer Terry Owen and attended Hawarden High School. Owen joined the Liverpool youth academy at age 11, quickly making a name for himself as a standout striker.
Career Highlights
- Premier League debut for Liverpool in 1997; became the Premier League's youngest goalscorer at the time.
- Won the Ballon d'Or in 2001, becoming only the fourth Englishman to do so.
- Key player in Liverpool's treble-winning 2000–01 season (FA Cup, League Cup, UEFA Cup).
- Scored over 150 goals for Liverpool, earning a move to Real Madrid in 2004.
- Represented England in four major international tournaments and scored 40 goals in 89 appearances.
- Played for Newcastle United, Manchester United (winning the Premier League title in 2010–11), and Stoke City before retiring in 2013.
Trivia
- He scored one of the most iconic goals in World Cup history against Argentina in 1998 at age 18.
- Outside football, Owen is a passionate racehorse owner and breeder.
- He published his autobiography 'Off the Record' in 2004.
- Owen is the only player to have scored in four major tournaments for England.
FAQs
People also ask
Michael Owen is 46 years old.
Michael Owen was born the 14 December 1979.
Chester, Cheshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About December 14th, 1979, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 14, 1979, The Clash released their third studio album, 'London Calling.' The album is widely regarded as one of the greatest in rock history, blending punk rock with reggae, ska, and rockabilly influences. Its themes of social unrest and political commentary resonated with listeners, solidifying The Clash's status as a leading band in the punk movement.
- Day of the week: December 14th, 1979 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Babe by Styx
- #1 UK song: Another Brick In The Wall by Pink Floyd
- Popular movie: Apocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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