Kinnear And The 'Modern' Game!

Joe Kinnear: "He can have a serious impact. Everything about Michael Owen is quality, his whole demeanour, his approach to the game.

"We know he's one of the best finishers. I played with somebody like Michael in my time, and that was Jimmy Greaves.

"He's sharp, has a very quick brain, sees the opportunity and reads the game well. He's exactly what Jimmy Greaves was all about.

"It's nice to have somebody of such importance in the dressing room. This week, Michael has been a great help around the ground."