Arsenal, however, have not overturned a first leg deficit in Europe since the 1978-79 campaign, and were hit by a late goal from Brazil defender Alex when PSV Eindhoven secured a 1-1 draw at the Emirates Stadium three seasons ago having been 1-0 up from the game in Holland.

UPSET OF THE WEEKEND: Stoke City v Arsenal

Arsenal's trip to the Britannia Stadium presents the best chance of a big upset this weekend.

Stoke are well-organised at home and physically strong while Arsenal can be the exact opposite, particularly at set-pieces - Stoke's forte.

Sol Campbell has to play for Arsenal if they are to match the Potters' muscle - they have no one else who is prepared to put their heads where it hurts. It's not going to be pretty and while Campbell is limited on the floor, his prowess will be needed in the air.

But it is not just a physical advantage that Stoke hold over Arsenal - the Gunners are not mentally strong enough either. Arsene Wenger always seems to have his excuses ready before the game and they are more often than not wheeled out afterwards too when things do not go to plan.

I can't understand why Stoke get knocked for their style of play. It's not against the rules to play to certain strengths and if launching long throws work for them, so be it. There's no shame in using that to their advantage.

Stoke are becoming an established Premier League side - and they deserve to be. They are the kind of team who should be in the top flight - they're a big club, well-supported and with a lovely stadium.

Their progress was evident in the FA Cup earlier in the season when they beat Arsenal 3-1 at home and it would take a brave man to bet against them repeating that feat on Saturday.

Respect the Stoke player named Dave Whelan! He's the one who trying to calm Ramsey! 

We only want the team to win title & not to chase for 2 or 3 spot in EPL. No place for pussies like me.

jinx!!!!