Off the PitchGiveMeSportUnverified source· 20 Sept 2026
Owen Picks Non-United Star as Keane's Ideal Partner
Michael Owen overlooked Manchester United's own legends when asked who should have lined up alongside Roy Keane.
M. Owen
player
Who
Michael Owen
Topic
Roy Keane's midfield partner
Snubbed
Paul Scholes and other Man Utd icons
Outlet
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What happened. Michael Owen named Roy Keane's perfect midfield partner without choosing Paul Scholes or any other Manchester United icon.
- Owen's pick bypassed the obvious Old Trafford candidates.
- Paul Scholes was among the United names overlooked.
- The claim sparked debate over Keane's ideal sidekick.
Owen's choice adds another talking point to the long-running debate over Keane's best midfield foil.
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