Michael Owen scored a goal in extra-time to give Newcastle the win at Coventry in the Carling Cup last night.
The visitors started very well, rushing into a two goal lead, but when Coventry levelled it up in injury time and forced another 30 minutes, it was Michael Owen—who came on as a 75th minute substitute—who finished the job after a crucial 97th minute goal.
Owen also scored the winning goal for the Magpies at the weekend, and now has two goals in as many games—and it is said that he is not even 100% fit. Owen will be hoping to start at the Emirates on Saturday, but the "super sub", as he is called in some places, might need one more game before he reaches full match fitness.
This could be a relief for not only Newcastle fans, but also for England fans. England manager Fabio Capello has been searching for a striker to partner Wayne Rooney in the England lineup, and Owen looks like he can solve his problems.
People can say what they like about Owen if they want to, but he has proved his point in the last few weeks. Undeniably, he is still a world-class striker.
He is probably not as fast as when he was 20-years-old, but he has evolved mentally and has become a much smarter player.
He will be key to both Newcastle's and England's season.
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