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Jamie Roberts

Michael Owen admits it took a lot of 'stupidity and courage' to do The Masked Singer

Michael Owen has admitted performing on The Masked Singer was an act of "stupidity" and has said many of his pals have already mocked him after her was revealed as Doughnuts.

The former footballer, 42, revealed his identity on Saturday's edition of the singing contest and claimed stepping up to take a penalty in the World Cup is no sweat compared to singing dressed up as a giant doughnut.

Michael, who played for clubs including Liverpool, Real Madrid and Newcastle United throughout a successful career, said he felt more nervous on the ITV show as he is "useless" at singing.

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