Owen puts down marker

Newcastle striker Michael Owen signalled his readiness to lead the attack once again after claiming a late winner against 10-man Wigan.

With national boss Steve McClaren watching from the stands at St James’ Park, the 27-year-old headed past Chris Kirkland three minutes from time after earlier passing up four good opportunities to claim his second goal in as many games and his first in the league on Tyneside since September 2005.