Monday, July 20, 2009

Robbie Fowler: Torres Can Out-score Owen



Robbie Fowler is backing Fernando Torres to outscore Michael Owen this season and help Liverpool take Man United’s title.

Kop legend Fowler says he was “surprised” when Owen joined bitter-rivals United, after leaving Newcastle on a free transfer.

But Fowler, who scored on his debut for Australian club North Queensland Fury against Wolves last week, is convinced Liverpool’s 19-year wait for the league title will end this season.

Fowler, 34, said of Owen: “I’m surprised Michael has gone to United but he’s a very good player and I hope he does well.

“But if he scores a lot of goals, I hope Torres scores even more.

“It’s a bit of a sticky situation for us, with Michael going there as I don’t want United to do well.”

But Fowler is convinced United will still lose their crown to Liverpool.

He said: “Rafa Benitez is a very good manager and he’ll be looking to put right a few wrongs last season.

“The way Liverpool finished the league last season was brilliant but unfortunately United’s finish was similar.

“But I have been saying for some time now that this will be Liverpool’s season – they will win the league.”

And his belief is also being backed up by John Barnes, though the wing king from the 1980s says fans must stay realistic.

Tranmere boss Barnes said: “Yes, Liverpool can win the title this time.

“And yes, they could have won it last season. But they over achieved. So I want Liverpool fans to be a little more cautious and not assume automatically that Liverpool will win it this year.”

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