Thomas Partey is a midfielder of Arsenal
Thomas Partey has been named in Arsenal’s starting line-up for their clash against Real Madrid, easing concerns after a recent injury scare.
The Ghanaian international, who has struggled with injuries, was forced off during the Gunners’ 1-1 draw against Brentford at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, April 12, 2025, casting doubt over his availability for Arsenal’s crucial Champions League quarter-final second-leg clash against Real Madrid on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
Despite this, Mikel Arteta has handed Partey a starting role in midfield, alongside captain Martin Ødegaard and Declan Rice, whose goals were vital in helping Arsenal secure victory in the first leg.
For Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti has opted to bench Luka Modrić, giving Aurélien Tchouaméni a starting role. Lucas Vázquez also returns to the line-up, providing fresh energy to Los Blancos.
Arsenal’s lineup: David Raya, Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Jakub Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly, Martin Ødegaard, Thomas Partey, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Mikel Merino, Gabriel Martinelli.
Real Madrid’s lineup: Thibaut Courtois, Lucas Vázquez, Raúl Asencio, Antonio Rüdiger, David Alaba, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Jude Bellingham, Fede Valverde, Vinícius Junior, Kylian Mbappé, Rodrygo Goes.
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