David O'Leary's men proved that they will be real contenders for the Premiership title this season with a gritty performance in north London back in August 2001. Goals from Ian Harte and Mark Viduka gave the Whites victory despite being reduced to nine men after the dismissal of Lee Bowyer and Danny Mills. "I think this team, they can beat anybody," reflected O'Leary at full time. "It became a little hectic" said Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger. The Whites would go on to finish the season in fifth place with the Gunners winning the title by seven points from runners-up Liverpool. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
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Mark Viduka celebrates with teammate Olivier Dacourt after scoring what proved to be the winning goal at Highbury. Photo: James Hardisty
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Olivier Dacourt and Arsenal's Patrick Vieira get in a tangle. Photo: PA
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Arsenal's Ashley Cole crosses under pressure from Lee Bowyer. Photo: James Hardisty
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Lee Bowyer heads down the tunnel for an early bath after seeing red. Photo: James Hardisty
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Striker Mark Viduka celebrates at full-time. Photo: James Hardisty
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Arsenal's Sol Campbell tackles Eirik Bakke. Photo: James Hardisty