Jamie Carragher believes Per Mertesacker "abandoned" Arsenal's youngsters in the 3-2 defeat at Stoke on Saturday.
Peter Crouch felt the first-half display against Arsenal was the best he has been involved in during his time at Stoke.
Mark Hughes was delighted as Stoke, struggling with both injuries and form, bounced back to surprise Arsenal at home.
Speaking after Arsenal's 3-2 loss to Stoke, Arsene Wenger feels his side were dominated in both the air and the second ball during the first half.
Arsene Wenger blamed his side's fragile defence for their 3-2 loss at Stoke in a notoriously tricky fixture for Arsenal.
Stoke secured their first win in four Premier League matches thanks to a thrilling 3-2 home victory against Arsenal.
Mark Hughes is hopeful Stoke fans will help lift his side for the clash with Arsenal at the Britannia Stadium.
Arsene Wenger is confident his Arsenal side will not be intimidated by Stoke City's players or fans on Saturday.