Ryan Shawcross has thanked Stoke City fans for their support after his comeback last weekend.
England defender Shawcross has also thanked supporters who gave him a rousing reception for Saturday's game with Everton after two months out of the starting line-up with suspension and injury.
The match was the first time the defender had played at the Britannia Stadium since February 27 when he was sent off against Arsenal and heavily criticised by Gunners boss Arsene Wenger for the challenge which broke Aaron Ramsey's leg.
Shawcross told The Sentinel: "It was emotional for me, but the fans - as usual - were fantastic.
"Whenever one of their players has trouble, they are always brilliant. They are the best in the Premier League.
"Playing for Stoke City means a lot to me because the club has helped me through bad times and the fans are always there for me. When you are down, the fans keep your head up."