Wenger to explain Van Nistelrooy comments

The Football Association has asked Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to explain his post-match comments about Ruud van Nistelrooy…

The Football Association has asked Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to explain his post-match comments about Ruud van Nistelrooy following last weekend's draw at Old Trafford.

Wenger accused Van Nistelrooy of "cheating" during the bad-tempered game.

The Arsenal boss has not been charged with misconduct but must provide a written explanation as to why he was so critical of the United striker.

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