Owen said: It was a totally unbelievable experience. different from any emotion I've ever felt before.
"People have asked me to compare it to scoring a goal or achieving a big football win. With those you get a sudden feeling of elation and a rush of adrenalin.
"But Gemma's birth came with an excitement unlike anything I've ever known. I'm not ashamed to say I shed a few tears. In fact I'm proud to say it.
"Afterwards I spent a couple of minutes with my head on Louise's shoulder and we wept tears of joy.
"Everyone I spoke to me told me not to miss the birth of my children—especially the first one. They were right. But I always intended to be there.
"It's only just starting to sink in for me. I get home from training and realise I have a new baby waiting for me. It's a fantastic feeling."
Liverpool fans can only hope that Owen has more reason to be joyful when he departs the field of play after today's crucial clash with Chelsea.
