Michael Owen has played in some of the greatest stadiums in world football. Having played many home games at Anfield while at Liverpool as well as Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu, the ex-striker knows a thing or two about top-class stadiums.
However, the former England international snubbed both of the aforementioned venues when naming the ‘best atmosphere’ he ever experienced. The Three Lions’ home Wembley Stadium also missed out, as did St James’ Park – where Owen turned out regularly in a Newcastle United shirt.
Instead, Celtic Park stuck in the mind of the 2001 Ballon d’Or winner. Many legends of the game – such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic – have named the Glasgow-based ground as the best they’ve visited in terms of atmosphere, with several citing the energy the fans bring as a huge factor.
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This was no different when Owen discussed the famous Scottish stadium alongside former Liverpool teammate Steve McManaman. While his old colleague nodded along in agreement, Owen stated: