The England captain was pushed up front at Northampton but again flopped in Uniteds 3-1 win over the Cobblers in the EFL Cup. Criticism of Rooney has been picking up pace this season with United fans beginning to question the skipper’s place in the starting XI. xtures and results and?live match commentary all on the go with the?new Sun Football App – click here to downloadBattle of Old Trafford2003-04: Manchester United 0 Arsenal 0PA:Press Association27Arsenal players confront Ruud van Nistelrooy after his missed last-gasp penaltyAHEAD of this match, there was much interest as to how Ashley Cole would cope?with 18-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo after?dealing comfortably against Beckham in recent encounters. In his time at the Gunners, he helped lead the side to their first league and FA Cup double in 30 years in the 1997/98 season. The Reds chief was asking a SkySports reporter why his side were not on television. It looked like he was prioritising his lavish lifestyle over gearing up for a big match against City. Having just survived relegation last season, Patrick didnt seem to be showing fans he was serious about this season. xtures and results and live match commentary all on the go with the new Sun Football App – click here to downloadSame with Drogba, who took a couple of seasons to really find his feet at Chelsea. This match is more than just about London bragging rights. After what seemed like an eternity, Van Nistelrooy coolly rolled the ball into the bottom corner to cue wild and — as Wenger would later claim — over the top, jubilant scenes.