Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey thanked Cardiff City fans for their response to his goals on Saturday.
Ramsey, who was unsure what type of reception he would receive, admitted he was overwhelmed by the joyous homecoming.
Ramsey said: "It was a great day and one that I will remember. I was really pleased with the way the fans reacted.
"I have a lot of respect for them. This is where I started off my career and they realised I needed to make the next step. They were really respectful and I gave them my respect by not celebrating."
Asked if he was worried he would not get a positive reception after being jeered in that 2009 FA Cup tie at Ninian Park, Ramsey said: "You always have things going through your mind, but I thought the fans were fantastic.
"Hopefully, I put on a performance for them. They've seen the player that they produced."
