Thursday 7 July 2011

Legends : Martin Keown


Martin Raymond Keown or simply Martin Keown is widely regarded as one of the best man-markers of his generation.

Keown made over three hundred appearances for Arsenal and won nine major trophies and was part of the squad that reached the Uefa Cup Winners Cup in 1995 and the Uefa Cup in 2000. He retired from professional football in 2005.

Keown made his England debut in 1992 against France and went on to win 43 caps for the national side, forming a respected defensive partnership with Arsenal teammate Tony Adams.

Keown made a total of 449 appearances for Arsenal scoring a total of 8 goals along the way.

Full name : Martin Raymond Keown
Date of birth : 24 July 1966
Place of birth : Oxford, England
Height : 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Playing position : Defender/Defensive midfielder

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