Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has has told his players to give their best on Saturday when they face Wigan Athletic.
The Potters are winless in five games against the struggling Latics going into the match at the DW Stadium.
"Wigan have been one of those teams for us," said Pulis.
"I don't know why - we have played really well against them and not got the results I think our performances have deserved.
"The most important thing for us is that the players realise that irrespective of our position in the league, or what we have done or haven't done, you have to turn up and give it your best."
Stoke are currently 12th in the Premier League table, while Wigan occupy 19th.