The absence of Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey, known for his midfield control and game tempo, was deeply felt by Arsenal fans.
They lamented the lack of fluidity in the team’s midfield during the second half, highlighting Partey’s absence as a key factor in their defeat.
Arsenal’s hopes in the Champions League were dashed on April 17, 2024, as they succumbed to a one-nil defeat against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena.
Despite a strong first-half performance, the Gunners couldn’t maintain their momentum, with Bayern’s Joshua Kimmich sealing their fate with a crucial goal.
Although Partey played in the first leg, his absence in the second leg was sorely noted by fans, sparking discussions about his importance to the team.
Check out some reactions from social media users
sworld Arsenal said Thomas Partey would have made the difference in such tight games .
Tripple_M commented: Mikel Arteta needs to find a way to include Thomas Partey.
RjArsenalBlog reacted: The whole Thomas Partey situation infuriates me in every possible way. He’s either been injured for most of the season or hasn’t been used when available.