Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon says he is looking forward to facing Michael Owen should the two meet on Wednesday night when England take on Italy.
"I'm looking forward to meeting Owen but only in the friendly this week," said the Italian.
"Against Germany, he showed himself to be quite a player.
"He's a great footballer who will undoubtedly give us great difficulties.
"Owen is lightning quick in small spaces. And he has got great vision, creativity and technical ability."