In a match which marked Sol Campbell's return to the Arsenal ranks, the Potters took the lead though a Fuller header just 71 seconds into the clash at the Britannia Stadium.

Denilson pulled the Gunners level three minutes before the break, but Fuller restored Stoke's advantage after 78 minutes before Dean Whitehead rounded off an impressive display seven minutes later.

Manchester City overcame a spirited Scunthorpe side to progress with a 4-2 win.

Martin Petrov opened the scoring for Roberto Mancini's side after three minutes, only for the hosts to level matters through Paul Hayes.

City then opened up a second-half cushion with strikes from Nedum Onuoha and Sylvinho, and although an own goal from Dedryck Boyata gave Scunthorpe hope, Robinho grabbed a late fourth to see the visitors through.