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Pat Rice and Arsene Wenger

Arsene Wenger-Pat Rice: When Arsene Wenger first arrived at Arsenal, Le Professeur could count on Arsenal stalwart Pat Rice (who was caretaker manager before his appointment) for guidance and assistance whenever necessary. And the two made a formidable pair. Rice played a key part in helping Wenger and Arsenal to two Doubles in 1997-98 and 2001-02 as well as in Arsenal’s unbeaten 2003-04 season. Pat Rice called it a day in 2012, bringing an end to a stunning 44-year association with the club. But the work he put in to the club, whether as a player, youth manager or assistant manager will never be forgotten.

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