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'He would collapse in the box like a pack of cards': Martin Keown claims he didn't trust Ruud van Nistelrooy as he recalls fiery 'Battle of Old Trafford' in 2003 where the ex-Man United star got Arsenal's Patrick Vieira sent off

Martin Keown claims he didn't trust Ruud van Nistelrooy after reminiscing on the fiery 'Battle of Old Trafford' between Manchester United and Arsenal in 2003.

The Dutchman played a huge part in the 0-0 stalemate as he was involved in an altercation with Arsenal's Patrick Vieira that saw the Frenchman sent off for a second yellow and also missed a last-gasp penalty.

Arsenal held on to maintain their unbeaten record that eventually saw them crowned as Premier League winners and the Invincibles having failed to lose a game all season.

Keown reflected on his heated rivalry with Ruud van Nistelrooy when Arsenal played United

Keown reflected on his heated rivalry with Ruud van Nistelrooy when Arsenal played United

Patrick Vieira, left, was unhappy with van Nistelrooy after he was sent off after an altercation

Keown has reflected on facing off against Manchester United and was reminded about his rivalry with van Nistelrooy afterlooking back at that game.