Manchester United striker Michael Owen has admitted his chances of making England's World Cup squad are now a "long shot".
Owen, 30, has been out of the international picture for almost two
years. The former Newcastle United striker was hoping a free transfer
move to the Red Devils last summer would reignite his floundering
89-cap England career.
However, after starting just five Premier League games for the
champions this season, Owen has failed to win back his place in the
England squad.
He now believes his chances of being selected by head coach Fabio
Capello for the summer's World Cup in South Africa are effectively
over.
"It's been a long time since I was in the England squad," Owen told
BBC Radio 5 Live. "You never give up but it's probably a long shot in
racing terms."
Source: DSG