Arsenal Fans Praise Thomas Partey After Stellar Right-Back Performance Against Monaco

Arsenal Fans Praise Thomas Partey After Stellar Right-Back Performance Against Monaco

  • Arsenal fans singled out Thomas Partey for praises after his impressive performance against AS Monaco in the Champions League
  • Partey was deployed as a right-back during the Gunners' 3-0 victory over the French giants on Wednesday evening
  • Partey previously excelled at right-back under Mikel Arteta, shining against Liverpool earlier this season

Arsenal fans have showered praise on Ghanaian international Thomas Partey for his impressive performance as a right-back during the Gunners' 3-0 victory over Monaco on Wednesday in the Champions League.

Bukayo Saka netted twice, while Kai Havertz added the third goal, securing an emphatic win at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal Fans Praise Thomas Partey After Stellar Right-Back Performance Against Monaco
Thomas Partey was deployed as a right-back during the Gunners' 3-0 victory over the French giants on Wednesday evening. Photo: David Price.
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The result propelled Arsenal to third place in the Champions League table with 13 points from six matches, five points behind group leaders Liverpool. Meanwhile, Monaco dropped to 15th with 10 points from their six games.

What truly captured fans’ attention, however, was Partey’s standout performance in an unfamiliar right-back role.

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Manager Mikel Arteta opted for Declan Rice and Mikel Merino in the midfield double pivot, moving the Ghana international to the defensive flank.

Fans laud Partey vs Monaco

Despite not being a natural defender, the Black Stars captain excelled, showcasing composure, tactical awareness, and defensive solidity.

Fans took to social media to applaud his versatility and outstanding display, praising his ability to adapt and deliver in a challenging position.

@UPYOURARSENAL04 said:

"Thomas Partey gave everything for the team today at Rightback. Team Player."

@selormafc posted:

"Put Thomas Partey at any position and he'll deliver, what a player!!!"

@Tripple____M commented:

"Thomas Partey shouldn't have cooked at RB, now Mikel Arteta wants to play him there all the time."

@VjWale reacted:

"Arsenal midfield is not the same without Thomas Partey, Rice doesn’t comes close."

@Hustinxwilliam added:

"The best DM at Arsenal! Taken to RB, still gives you a solid performance, underrated, unappreciated, ridiculed and insulted by the fans."

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This is not the first time the versatile Partey has been deployed at right-back under Arteta, as he also delivered a strong performance in the role against Liverpool earlier this season.

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Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Ghana legend Michael Essien received his certificate after successfully completing a UEFA Certificate in Football Management Course.

The former Ghana international has been seeking knowledge in the game since hanging up his boots as he continues his journey to becoming a manager.

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Ibrahim Sofiyullaha (Editorial Assistant) Ibrahim Sofiyullaha is a graduate of First Technical University, Ibadan. He was the founder and pioneer Editor-in-Chief of a fast-rising campus journalism outfit at his university. Ibrahim is a coauthor of the book Julie, or Sylvia, written in collaboration with two prominent Western authors. He was ranked as the 9th best young writer in Africa by the International Sports Press Association. Ibrahim has contributed insightful articles for major platforms, including Sportskeeda in the UK and Motherly in the United States. Email: ibrahim.sofiyullaha@corp.legit.ng

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