301. Martin Keown

Martin Keown - 280.03 Performance Pts

Born: 24/07/1966    Oxford, England                       

Position: Central Defender     Height: 1.86m    Weight: 78kg

A central defender turned pundit, Keown was renowned for being a tough competitor and an expert man-to-man marker. He started at Arsenal in 1984 and achieved most of his success when he returned there in 1993, having played for Brighton, Aston Villa and Everton in between. Part of a hugely successful period in Arsenal's history, including Double success in 1998 and 2002. He was also part of 'The Invincibles' side of 2003-04, although he only made 10 appearances that season. Had Ruud van Nistelrooy's late penalty been converted, when Arsenal drew 0-0 at Old Trafford in September 2003, the Invincibles record would never have been achieved. Keown took great delight in taunting van Nistelrooy after his miss. He won 43 England caps but was more often regarded as a squad player rather than first choice.



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