Former England and Liverpool forward Michael Owen says he felt nervous about Kevin Keegan joining Newcastle United in 2008 after the two had worked together in an England spell. Owen later says his concerns were unfounded and that he was “so happy to be so wrong.” In his comments, Owen describes Keegan as unusually warm, kind, and genuine, adding that he combines admiration for both his character and his football achievements. Owen also includes a personal detail about Keegan, saying he is “a head tennis master,” implying Keegan had a talent or skill in tennis that stood out to Owen. The piece is presented as a reflection on how Owen views people in football: he distinguishes between those he respects for what they achieved and those he admires for who they are. Overall, the article focuses on Owen’s personal assessment of Keegan’s temperament and presence following Keegan’s move to Newcastle in 2008, rather than on team results or other contemporaneous events.