According to him, FIFA's decision to increase the number of participants could affect the quality of some matches, but at the same time, it provides an opportunity for countries that previously had no realistic chance of qualifying. "The tournament will open up to many more parts of the world, and that brings immense joy to fans," Owen stated, adding that there might be more matches with convincing results. Speaking about the organization of the competition, which will be played in three countries, Owen emphasized that logistics, travel, and weather conditions will play a crucial role. He particularly highlighted the high temperatures and differences in stadiums, which will require additional preparation from the teams. He also pointed out that squad depth will be key. "Big teams with deep rosters could have an advantage over those relying on their starting eleven," Owen said. When it comes to favorites and players worth watching, Owen singled out the young Spanish ace, Lamine Yamal, whom he believes could be one of the key players of the tournament. "He is already on the big stage and can go all the way to the very top, even becoming the player of the tournament," he said. Speaking about national teams, he highlighted the strength of the Spanish national team but also warned about the potential of the United States and Canadian national teams, which, with the support of the home crowd, could achieve significant results. He also singled out the Japanese national team as a squad that often flies "under the radar" but possesses quality. Nevertheless, he sees the French national team as the main favorite to win the title. "If I have to choose one team, it's France. They have an incredible team and consistency in results," Owen emphasized, reminding that they played in the final of the previous World Cup. He also touched on individual awards, such as the Ballon d'Or, stressing that such awards represent recognition for an entire season but cannot replace the feeling of scoring a goal or winning on the field. "It's not the same adrenaline as when you score a goal or win a match, but it's a tremendous pride because you know what you've achieved," Owen concluded.