Henry returns as cautious Wenger wary of Leeds upset

MANAGER Arsene Wenger has warned Arsenal must not allow history repeat itself when they face Leeds in the third round of the FA Cup at the Emirates Stadium tonight.

The Gunners needed a last-minute penalty from then skipper Cesc Fabregas to avoid an early exit at the same stage of the competition 12 months ago as they drew 1-1 with the npower Championship club.

Leeds were eventually dispatched in a replay at Elland Road, but it was an extra fixture Arsenal could have done without as they saw a promising campaign quickly unravel.

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