Shawcross deserves respect – Wenger

(17-12-2010) Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has called on the club’s fans to afford Ryan Shawcross respect this weekend. The Stoke defender returns to the Emirates for the first time since his challenge resulted in young Gunners midfielder Aaron Ramsey suffering a double leg fracture during an EPL game at the Britannia Stadium in February. “What happened in the past, happened in the past,” said Wenger on Thursday. "I don't think there is any need to add any fuel on it and just focus on playing football as we always do.” He added: "What is important is we want to see a football game where both teams play good football. It is Arsenal against Stoke. Every game is different and it is a new start. We want to win the game, focus on it and respect our opponent as we always do."