Shepherd says Owen must pay back fans

FREDDY SHEPHERD has not been able to resist firing a parting shot at Michael Owen in the week in which his 10-year tenure as Newcastle chairman came to an end.

Shepherd, who has made clear his frustration over Owen’s injury-hit St James’ Park career, said Owen had work to do to repay the fans’ loyalty.

“I think he owes Newcastle quite a lot, I’ll put it as bluntly as that.