WOO HOO!

Being that we're in the wrong country for the sport, the news that my favorite team is due to sign one of the best goal scorers in the world isn't something many people here can share in my excitement.
I'm thrilled! I've been scouring over the coverage (via the internet) for anything new or noteworthy concerning Michael Owen's move to the Toon Army. He was earlier quoted to prefer a move back to his home team of Liverpool (though they weren't excited to match or beat Newcastles' over 16 million pound offer - especially since they had just sold him last season for 8 million). He said he'd only move to Newcastle on loan and only for the season. (Boo)
Finally Owen made up his mind to accept a four year contract with Newcastle! (Wheee!!) His reasons are definitely World Cup driven, he wants to be played and he knows at Newcastle he'll be given that chance.

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Me: Michael Owen decided to sign with Newcastle!!
Bug: What new castle?
Me: No, Newcastle, my favorite soccer team!
Bug: We're going to watch soccer?
Me: Um, no...
Bug: When are we going?
Me: No, Michael Owen is signing with Newcastle!
Bug: Who's Michael Owen?
Me: ...

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Me: Michael Owen is signing with Newcastle!
Sweatiepeas: Uh *nodding*
Me: ...