Owen: I Was Better Than Rooney at 17

Former football star Michael Owen believes he was a better player than Wayne Rooney when they were both 17 years old.

Owen pointed out that he scored more goals and won the Golden Boot at age 17.

He also stated he had won the Golden Boot again at age 18.

Despite acknowledging Rooney had a better overall career, Owen emphasized his belief in his superior performance at a younger age.

Owen's career was later affected by injuries.

He stated that Rooney had a better career and won more trophies.