Arsenal defender Mikael Silvestre praised teammate Emmanuel Eboue for his performance in this week's Champions League defeat to Porto.

"Emmanuel came back well and showed very good character. He proved he is good enough to play at Arsenal," said Silvestre.

"All the players have been behind him. Everyone at this club has gone through difficult times.

"He was the target this time, even though we won at home to Wigan. We have to stick together and be behind everyone."