Houllier praise for Owen brace

Last updated : 18 March 2004 By Adam Bryant
"Michael is so special," said the Liverpool boss. "He made one goal, scored two, and showed he is not only a star player but a great team player.

"He not only scored goals but he worked tremendously hard."

"The effort our front two put in to shut down defenders and win the ball back was hugely important. Defending starts at the front.

"Michael did not have too many opportunities, but he scored two. His confidence will now improve - because goals do that to strikers."