# Michael Owen: Ballon D'or OR World Cup?

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Podcast: [talkSPORT Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/talksport-daily-528017)
Published: 2026-05-10T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

We’ve got a massive show for you today as former England striker and Ballon d'Or winner Michael Owen joins Shebahn Aherne and Gabby Agbonlahor in the studio for this episode of the talkSPORT Daily hosted by Angelina Kelly. Michael opens up about a poignant recent conversation with his former boss Sir Alex Ferguson and shares his candid thoughts on the transition at Anfield. He discusses the challenges facing Liverpool and how he believes they can find their spark again under Arne Slot next season PLUS with the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, the man who stunned the world in '98 assesses England’s chances of finally bringing it home. We also get a rare glimpse into Michael’s life away from the pitch as he talks about his enduring passion for horse racing and the daily grind at Manor House Stables. Michael Owen on the talkSPORT Daily podcast. You definitely do NOT want to miss that! YouTube: @talkSPORT X: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2 Instagram: @talkSPORT Produced by: Daniel Kane Edited by: Daniel Kane Photo Credit: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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