The 1996-98 period marked the meteoric rise of Michael Owen, who became Liverpool’s youngest ever goalscorer after netting on his debut against Wimbledon at just 17. His first full campaign was a masterclass in clinical finishing, as the teenage sensation secured the Premier League Golden Boot with 18 goals and earned the PFA Young Player of the Year award. This era remains a nostalgic testament to his explosive pace and legendary composure, which was most famously captured by his iconic solo goal for England against Argentina during the 1998 World Cup.