FA to investigate Keown incident

The Football Association are to investigate the clash between Arsenal's Martin Keown and Manchester United's Ruud van Nistelrooy during the Gunners' visit to Old Trafford.

A copy of the match video has been requested by the FA, who will study Keown's apparent push in the Dutchman's face in an off-the-ball incident during Arsenal's defeat.

"We can confirm that The FA has requested a copy of the video from the weekend's Premier League fixture between Manchester United and Arsenal," said a statement on www.thefa.com.

"This is to consider an incident involving Arsenal's Martin Keown and Manchester United's Ruud van Nistelrooy.

"The FA will consider the incident before deciding whether the matter will be referred to the video advisory panel."