Jermain Defoe is determined to make his mark on the international scene with England, but insists he is not interested in becoming the next Michael Owen.

England boss Fabio Capello picked the Portsmouth striker in his squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Croatia, while Newcastle's Owen has been left out of the Italian's plans.

Defoe is confident he can step into the void created by Owen's absence, but insists he is not looking for any comparisons.

"I am not thinking about being like Michael Owen. I prefer to concentrate on being Jermain Defoe," he said.

"Maybe because of the way we play; Michael is quick, gets in behind and scores goals, that is the reason people compare us.

"But I just want to concentrate on myself and improve my own game."

Having starting the last three England internationals under Capello, Defoe looks set to start his fourth game in a row on Saturday evening in Barcelona when England face Andorra in a game they are expected to win by a comfortable margin.

But Defoe added: "You can't get complacent just because you played in the previous game.

"You must train hard, look sharp and make sure if you do get an opportunity you take it.

"I accept there is more pressure on me to deliver. But that is part and parcel of being a footballer.

"As a professional, you want to play in massive games. It is what you dream about as a kid. You want to play for your country and play in massive tournaments.

"I am ready and really looking forward to the challenge."