Manchester United’s bid for glory both domestically and in Europe could hinge on Michael Owen getting his mind focused on the job in hand.
The former Liverpool, Real Madrid and Newcastle striker has revealed that he is concentrating on his games coming up for United rather than losing any sleep over the ongoing debate as to whether he should be included in Fabio Capello’s World Cup squad.
Owen has won 89 caps to date for his country and scored 40 goals, which sees him sat fourth in the top England goalscorers list, only nine behind record holder and Old Trafford legend Bobby Charlton.
Whether or not Owen should still play for his country has been a continued point of debate for the media and football fans ever since the Italian took over as England coach. However, the player himself is refusing to get involved in the issue.
He has stated that he prefers to think about his current role at Old Trafford and the job he needs to do for the Red Devils to help fire them to both Premier League and Champions League glory.
“I genuinely go to bed thinking that I have got to play well the next day and win games for United. I don't think if I score or play well that I might get picked for England,” said Owen.
"First things first and the rest will take care of itself."
Manchester United have a crunch game in the next round of Premier League matches as they travel to Stamford Bridge to take on leaders Chelsea.
They currently sit two points behind their West London rivals and can replace Chelsea at the top of the table if they upset the Premier League odds and are victorious on Sunday afternoon.
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