Owen ‘wanted to wrap season up’ after Pompey penalty miss

MICHAEL OWEN has spoken of his pain and anguish when he misses penalties – and his obsession with playing for Liverpool and scoring goals.

Owen has now failed with his last two spot kicks, making it 10 misses in 23 career penalties for the club, and comes under intense scrutiny as his goalscoring form has waned just when Liverpool need him most.

Despite having scored just four in his last 19 matches the 24-year-old England striker has received the full backing and support of boss Gerard Houllier.