Owen's late double lifts England

ENGLAND left it late but a brace from Newcastle striker Michael Owen gave them a thrilling 3-2 win over Argentina and the bragging rights over their bitter rivals ahead of World Cup 2006.

Owen's late double lifts England
Mon, 14 Nov, 2005 - 00:00
David Shonfield

Hernan Crespo had opened the scoring for Argentina before Wayne Rooney levelled before half-time.

Walter Samuel regained the lead for the South Americans before Owen struck with two typically predatory finishes.

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