Owen's two goals against Russia last month saw him become only the fourth player to hit the 40 mark for the international side.
Sir Bobby Under BIG Pressure!
Last Updated : 11-Oct-2007 byHe needs another five to nose ahead of Jimmy Greaves, and ten to eclipse Sir Bobby Charlton as the most prolific striker in England history.
Owen: "It would be a fantastic achievement but it is something that is still a long way off.
"I keep it in the back of my mind because I keep telling myself that I have played for England for nearly 10 years now and I have scored 40 goals, which is an average of four a year.
"If that is the case, should I stay fit, maintain my form and stay in the team, I am still over two years from doing it. Two weeks is a long time in football, let alone two years.
"The only thing that is occupying my mind at the moment is qualifying. I sat back and watched the first half of the qualifying campaign with itchy feet and a brace around my knee. I have been wanting to get out there and it's great to have the chance to play."
"I am not one to mope but I do convince myself of things.
"I just believe it will make me last longer or make me hungrier. I genuinely believe that the form I've been in since my injury means that in a funny kind of way what has happened is a godsend."
