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  • Coronavirus: Playing without fans unfortunate but we are focused – Partey

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey says Atlético Madrid are confident of qualifying to the next round of the UEFA Champions League at the expense of Liverpool even if they play behind closed doors.

    The spread of the coronavirus has led to European leagues holding games behind closed doors including some UEFA Champions League games.

    LaLiga announced on Tuesday that the next two matchdays in Spain will be played in front of empty stands.

    “As a player it is nice to play with fans, but if it is behind closed doors and it helps to lower the risk, we don’t care,” Thomas said.

    “We have to concentrate on our work.

    “[Playing behind closed doors] does not depend on the players, but on the organisers.

    “I am trying to help my team.”

    Atletico have travelled to Liverpool, where they will face the Reds in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, where they have a 1-0 lead.

    “We are prepared,” Thomas continued.

    “It is a dream for me to play against [Liverpool] at their stadium.

    “I hope it stays forever in my career.

    “[Liverpool] are doing well.

    “We have to be focused one hundred per cent.

    “We know it will be difficult.”

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Partey confident of victory over Liverpool

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey says Atlético Madrid are confident of qualifying to the next round of the UEFA Champions League at the expense of Liverpool even if they play behind closed doors.

    The spread of the coronavirus has led to European leagues holding games behind closed doors including some UEFA Champions League games.

    LaLiga announced on Tuesday that the next two matchdays in Spain will be played in front of empty stands.

    “As a player it is nice to play with fans, but if it is behind closed doors and it helps to lower the risk, we don’t care,” Thomas said.

    “We have to concentrate on our work.

    “[Playing behind closed doors] does not depend on the players, but on the organisers.

    “I am trying to help my team.”

    Atletico have travelled to Liverpool, where they will face the Reds in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, where they have a 1-0 lead.

    “We are prepared,” Thomas continued.

    “It is a dream for me to play against [Liverpool] at their stadium.

    “I hope it stays forever in my career.

    “[Liverpool] are doing well.

    “We have to be focused one hundred per cent.

    “We know it will be difficult.”

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Liverpool show interest in Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey

    English Premier League leaders Liverpool have shown interest in signing Ghana star Thomas Partey, according to reports in Spain.

    Partey, who starred in Atletico Madrid’s 1-0 UEFA Champions League last 16 first leg win against the Reds, is believed to have been contacted by the club.

    According to reports, Jurgen Klopp is interested in bringing the Ghanaian to Anfield as back up to Fabinho, or as competition for Jordan Henderson and Giorginho Wildnadjum.

    Liverpool have suffered three defeats in their last four games, and have missed captain Jordan Henderson, who is out with a knock.

    Partey has a 45 million pounds release clause and has been on the radar of some English clubs including Manchester City and Arsenal.

    The Gunners could trigger the midfielder’s release clause in the summer.

    And Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone is said to be preparing life after Partey as he gradually brings Marcos Llorente into the team.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Partey earns suspension as Atletico Madrid draw at Espanyol

    Thomas Partey received his 10th yellow card in La Liga this season after Atletico Madrid played out a 1-1 draw with Espanyol on Sunday.

    The 26-year-old Ghanaian had first accumulated a fifth yellow card in a 3-1 win over the same opponents in November, which led him to miss the away match at Granada which ended 1-1.

    Partey was booked in this tie three minutes to the half-time break and will now miss Atleti’s next match at home to Sevilla.

    Stefan Savic scored an own goal to give Espanyol the lead, but the visitors responded with Partey’s midfield partner, Saul Niguez, getting the equaliser.

    In spite of the result and yellow card, Partey put in a superb performance, racking up 76 touches and a passing accuracy of 83.6% which was the third-highest of any player on the pitch.

    The Ghana international also made four successful dribbles from five, won 15 of 21 total duels and made one interception, two clearances and six tackles.

    As a result, Atletico dropped down back to fourth after Sevilla overcame Osasuna in Sunday’s earlier fixture.

    Source: goal.com

  • Thomas Partey suspended for Athletico-Sevilla clash

    Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey is set to miss Atletico Madrid’s crucial game against Sevilla in La Liga through suspension after receiving his 10th yellow card of the season against Espanyol on Sunday.

    Partey was in action for Los Rojiblancos as they were held to a 1-1 draw at the RCDE Stadium.

    The 26-year-old had first accumulated a fifth yellow card in a 3-1 win over the same opponents in November, which led him to miss the away match at Granada which ended in a 1-1 stalemate

    He was booked in the 42nd minute against Espanyol and will now miss Atleti’s next match at home to Sevilla.

    Espanyol took the lead through an own goal by Stefan Savic but Saul Niguez levelled for the visitors on the stroke of halftime.

    Both sides went in search of the match-winner but failed to convert their chances as they shared the spoils.

    The result sees Atletico Madrid drop to 4th on the league table after Sevilla defeated Osasuna at home.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey suspended for Sevilla clash

    Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey is set to miss Atletico Madrid’s crucial game against Sevilla in La Liga through suspension after receiving his 10th yellow card of the season against Espanyol on Sunday.

    Partey was in action for Los Rojiblancos as they were held to a 1-1 draw at the RCDE Stadium.

    The 26-year-old had first accumulated a fifth yellow card in a 3-1 win over the same opponents in November, which led him to miss the away match at Granada which ended in a 1-1 stalemate

    He was booked in the 42nd minute against Espanyol and will now miss Atleti’s next match at home to Sevilla.

    Espanyol took the lead through an own goal by Stefan Savic but Saul Niguez leveled for the visitors on the stroke of halftime.

    Both sides went in search of the match winner but failed to convert their chances as they shared the spoils.

    The result sees Atletico Madrid drop to 4th on the league table after Sevilla defeated Osasuna at home.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • CK Akonnor to face media over squad

    New Ghana coach CK Akonnor is back from a player monitoring exercise abroad and is set to release his first selection next week, the football association has announced.

    Appointed boss of the Black Stars in January, the former Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak trainer has spent over a month outside the shores of Ghana, touching base with current players of the team and meeting prospective additions to discuss their international futures.

    Ghana are billed to take on Sudan in a 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifying double-header next month.

    According to Thursday’s publication on the GFA’s official website, “Coach Akonnor will meet the Black Stars Management Committee on Friday to brief them on the tour and will subsequently address the media at a press conference next week.

    “He is also expected to name his squad for the upcoming 2021 Afcon qualifying matches against Sudan at the press conference.”

    Akonnor met the likes of of captain Andre Ayew, Jordan Ayew, Christian Atsu, Jeffrey Schlupp, Daniel Amartey and Thomas Teye Partey on his trip.

    He also held discussions with French-born Elisha Owusu, Belgium youth duo Francis Amuzu and Jeremy Doku, former Netherlands youth star Derrick Luckassen and English-born Tariq Fosu about a possible future with the Black Stars.

    Ghana host Sudan in an Afcon qualifying match on March 27 and then they them on away from home on March 30.

    Source: Goal.com

  • Thomas Partey equals Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid record

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has reached the same number of games played as manager Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid.

    The 26-year old made his 172nd appearance for the Rojiblancos in their win against Villareal over the weekend to match his manager’s number of caps during his playing days for the team.

    Partey, who had spells with Mallorca during his early days in Spain, has seized the opportunity to become Atletico’s influential midfielder.

    The Ghanaian international has played a vital role at the club this season, making 30 appearances and scoring this times.

    He has been a target of several top clubs in Europe and reports from UK reveals, Arsenal are ready to trigger his 50 million Euros release clause.

    Partey has won the Europa League and the UEFA Super Cup with the Spanish giants.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Diego Simeone is a father to me – Thomas Partey

    Ghanaian international Thomas Partey has heaped praises on Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone as he describes the Argentine tactician as a father to all players at the club.

    The hardworking midfielder has worked with the coach at the Spanish La Liga side since 2012 where he joined the club as a youth player. Though he spent his early days going out on loan, he has gradually established himself as one of the top players at the club while building a good relationship with the coach.

    In a recent interview with mundodeportivo, Thomas Partey insists Diego Simeone remains one of the best coaches in the world despite coming under backlash in recent weeks over a run of difficult spells.

    “He is one of the best in the world, he has helped me a lot since I arrived, we know what he has given the club and the players. He is a person who has us as a father, as a friend, as a teacher who helps us improve in what we are weak. He knows what each player can give, for me it is important because he wants me to be at a better time, concentrated”, the Black Stars player said about Diego Simeone.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • I would like to retire at Atlético – Thomas Partey

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has expressed his desire to spend all his footballing career at Atlético Madrid, saying the Spanish side “is like my home” to him.

    Many Clubs have expressed interest in the 26-years-old but the deputy captain for the Black Stars is not certain on moving away from the Wanda Metropolitano.

    Thomas and Atlético have already started talks for the renewal of the contract as they Cub is aware of strong interest from other clubs from England and from Italy.

    “I feel good, with confidence, when I am in good shape the team notices,” he sid.

    “Simeone is like a teacher, like a father to the players, it helps us a lot. Atlético is like my home, the place where I want to be always, it’s like my family.

    “I hope to stay in the club, I would like to retire here, but you never know what can happen. I want to stay here until the club doesn’t love me, ” Thomas said in The One Party.

    The Ghana star has been a top performer for the Spanish giants, increasing his performance to become a regular starter for Simeone .

    Source: ghanaguardian.com

  • Thomas Partey expects tough game against Liverpool in UCL last 16 tie

    Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has predicted a difficult game between his side and holder Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League last 16 on Tuesday night.

    The Spanish giants will host the Premier League leaders in the first leg of the last 16 tie at the Wanda Metropolitan.

    But Partey, who has been an integral member of the Rojiblancos this season believes the game will a difficult despite remaining positive.

    “We know it’s not going to be easy,” says Partey. “But every team who gets to the last 16 is one of the best teams in Europe. We’re used to difficult situations,” he added.

    “We’ll do our homework and I’m sure we’ll be at the level we’re supposed to be. We don’t think of the end, we focus on now, and build our confidence until we can achieve what we are going to achieve.”

    Atletico Madrid will travel to England for the return leg on March 11.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Thomas Partey linked with Real Madrid again

    Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has been highly impressed with the performances of Thomas Partey and seeks to bring him to his star studded side according to reports.

    The Ghanaian midfielder has been one of the best midfielders in La Liga this season and Zidane sees him as the perfect replacement for Casemiro, who is regarded as the best defensive midfielder in the world currently.

    Atletico Madrid do not want to let their prized asset go however but if Real Madrid want to make the move, they would have to cough up €60 million.

    Thomas Partey can play as a defensive midfielder and a central midfielder. He has even been fielded as a right back on occasion by Diego Simeone.

    Partey has been a key player for Atletico Madrid this season, playing 22 times for them in the league and scoring two goals.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Thomas Partey scores in Atletico Madrid draw with Valencia

    Thomas Partey registered his second La Liga goal of the season as Atletico Madrid were held to a 2-2 draw by Valencia.

    Los Rojiblancos were 1-0 victors over Granada in their last outing and coming up against Los Che was going to be difficult.

    Marcos Llorente gave the away team the lead in the 15th minute until Gabriel Paulista equalised five minutes to the break.

    One more goal was going to come before the half-time whistle and it came via Partey who made a run from midfield, skipping past a couple of challenges before firing in a fierce shot from the edge of the 18-yard area which left Valencia goalie Jaume Domenech with no chance.

    Central African Republic midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia made it 2-2 in the 59th minute.

    Partey put in a solid performance for Atleti, with five shots, 70 touches (the most in the Atletico squad) and 36 accurate passes (80%).

    The 26-year old Ghana international also successfully attempted all four dribbles, won eight of 10 ground duels and made two tackles and three interceptions.

    Diego Simeone’s men remains in fourth place, but are under threat from Sevilla and Real Sociedad who could leapfrog them should they see off Espanyol and Eibar respectively on Sunday.

    Aleti next turn their attention to the Champions League Round of 16 where they tackle reigning champions Liverpool at the Wanda Metropolitano next Tuesday.

    Source: Goal.com

  • Thomas Partey clocks 100th victory in Atlético Madrid shirt

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey clocked his 100th win in Atlético Madrid shirt following their 1-0 victory over Granada last week.

    Partey has been an important figure for the Rojoblanco since returning from a loan spell at Almeria in 2015.

    The 26-year-old has had better season in quantitative terms, but he is currently an intangible on which rests the game of Atlético Madrid.

    After the victory against Granada at the Wanda Metropolitano, the Ghana international reached his 100th victory with the club.

    A record that began to take shape on November 28, 2015 at Calderon against Espanyol with a 1-0 victory.

    He has been linked with a host of top European sides including Manchester United and Inter Milan.

    His current deal with Atlético runs out in 2023.

    Partey has scored two goals in 30 games in all competitions for the club this term.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Partey impresses but Atletico lose to Real in Madrid derby

    Ghana international Thomas Teye Partey was in action as his Atletico Madrid side succumbed to a 1-0 loss to city rivals Real Madrid in La Liga action in Spain on Saturday.

    A Karim Benzema effort proved decisive as it handed Los Blancos all three points in the matchweek 22 fixture at Santiago Bernabeu.

    The result consolidates Madrid’s position atop the league table, four places above Atletico.

    The big moment of the derby came in the 56th minute when Benzema beat his marker to tap home a Ferland Mendy cross from close range.

    Partey lasted until the 74th minute when he was replaced by Sergio Camello.

    It was the Ghanaian’s 16th league start of the season and 19th La Liga appearance in all. He has just a goal to his name.

    The 26-year-old will hope to maintain his place in the starting line-up when Atletico host Granada in match week 23.

     

    Source: Goal.com

  • Partey features as lower-tier side shock Atletico in Copa Del Rey

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey played for Atletico Madrid as they were shocked 2-1 by Cultural Leonesa in the Spanish Copa Del Rey on Thursday night.

    Argentine striker Angel Correa put Atletico Madrid in front in the 62 minutes before Leonesa levelled seven minutes from the end through Julen Castaeda.

    Read:Partey misses penalty as Atletico Madrid lose to Real Madrid in Spanish Super Cup final

    Sergio Benito then delivered the winner for the hosts in the second period of extra-time.

    Partey was introduced at half time in place of Mexico international Hector Herrera.

    The defeat completes a miserable January for Diego Simeone’s Atletico who were defeated in the Spanish Super Cup by Real Madrid and 2-0 at Eibar in La Liga last weekend.

    Read:Partey vs Ndidi: Ghanaians and Nigerians start Twitter war over who is better

    Atletico were one of four top-flight sides dumped out of the tournament on Thursday at the last 32 stage.

    Also exiting the Copa del Rey on Thursday were Eibar, Real Betis and Celta Vigo.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Partey misses penalty as Atletico Madrid lose to Real Madrid in Spanish Super Cup final

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey missed a penalty as Atletico Madrid lost the Spanish Super Cup to rivals Real Madrid in Saudi Arabia.

    The highly contested game had ended in a goalless draw after 120 minutes of football, before it had to be settled on penalties.

    Read:Real beat Atletico on penalties in Spanish Super Cup final

    Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos scored the decisive spot-kick as Los Blancos beat the Rojiblancos 4-1 on penalties.

    Ramos sent Jan Oblak the wrong way to secure the trophy after a goalless 120 minutes in Saudi Arabia.

    Read:Thomas Partey confirms new contract talks with Atletico Madrid

    Saul Niguez and Thomas Partey missed their penalties for Atletico.

    Real Madrid had ended the game with 10 men after Federico Valverde was sent off in extra time for fouling Alvaro Morata when he was clean through.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Thomas Partey, Amartey, Atsu make Kwesi Appiah’s Team of the Decade

    Ghana’s Kwesi Appiah has named familiar faces in his Team of the Decade.

    As the 2010s come towards their end, several players and clubs have picked the best XI of players to have starred over the past decade.

    The 29-year-old, who plays for English League One side AFC Wimbledon, was not left out as he named his team which was dominated by players from his native country, Ghana.

    Arsenal denied Unai Emery request to sign Thomas Partey, Wilfried Zaha and Harry Maguire

    Appiah chose 21-year-old Aaron Ramsdale as the man between the sticks and will be guarded in defense by Daniel Amartey (Leicester City), Jonathan Mensah (Columbus Crew), Nathan Ake (AFC Bournemouth) and Jeffrey Schlupp (Crystal Palace).

    Appiah’s midfield line-up includes Nathan Chalobah (Watford), Thomas Partey (Atletico Madrid), with Christian Atsu of Newcastle United playing the trequartista role.

    Thomas Partey apologizes for own goal against Bayer in Champions League

    His forward’s are Yannick Bolasie (Sporting CP), Wilfred Zaha (Crystal Palace) with Ghana’s all-time leading scorer Asamoah Gyan, who now plays for Indian Super League side NorthEast United FC, spearheading the attack in a 4-2-1-3 formation.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • I feel nervous watching my club from the bench – Thomas Partey

    Part owner of Spanish lower tier side Alcobendas Sport, Thomas Partey has revealed that he becomes restless watching the club play than when he is on the pitch.

    The Ghana international acquired the lower tier club in July after long time pal Jose Jimenez introduced him to the team.

    The 26-year old Atletico Madrid player regularly watches the club play and he discloses that he feels nervous watching the club play.

    Read:I feel settled at Atletico Madrid -Thomas Partey

    “From the box I am more nervous than in the field. When I see things that shouldn’t happen, you think you could do it, but being unable to be in the field, you get more nervous,” he quoted as saying by Mundodeportivo.com.

    Partey has dreams of seeing the club climb up to the upper divisions of Spanish football.

    Read:Thomas Partey, the all-terrain SUV

    However, the Rojiblanco also admits the beginning has been tough but with game after game and as years come by the team will reach where they want it to be.

    “This year we see it a bit complicated, but we have to be strong, maintain the category and I hope that next year we can do important things,” he added.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Atletico Madrid in talks to renew Partey’s contract

    Atletico Madrid are currently negotiating a new deal with Thomas Partey as they look to fend off interest from European rivals.

    The Madrid outfit is making efforts to improve Partey’s salary and also increase his €50 million release clause.

    Read:Thomas Partey, the all-terrain SUV

    Goal understands that an agreement is imminent between both parties and it will be made public before Christmas.

    In January 2018, the Ghana midfielder penned a five-year deal to remain at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium until 2023.

    Read:Thomas Partey makes me happy Atletico Madrid boss Deigo Siemone

    Since he made his first-team debut back in 2015, Partey has established himself in Diego Simeone’s team as a key player.

    The 26-year-old has scored two goals in nine matches this season.

    Source: Goal.com

  • Thomas Partey gives away penalty in Atletico Madrid stalemate with Valladolid

    Atletico Madrid played out a 0-0 draw with Real Valladolid at Estadio Jose Zorrilla on Sunday, with Thomas Partey causing the most noteworthy moment.

    The Ghanaian was in superb form heading into this clash, claiming the Man of the Match in the Madrid Derby last weekend, before finding the back of the net in Atleti’s 2-0 Champions League victory at Lokomotiv Moscow in midweek.

    Read:In-form Thomas Partey makes UEFA Champions League Team of the Week

    He turned villain this time around, fouling Sandro Ramirez just past the half-hour mark, and after a lengthy check with VAR, referee Jose Maria Sanchez awarded Valladolid a penalty, but Ramirez blasted his effort over the crossbar.

    Despite the setback, Partey still had a good game, making 52 passes, the fourth highest of any Atleti player. His passing accuracy of 86.5% was sixth-highest, while his 65 touches on the ball were fourth highest.

    Read:Thomas Partey makes me happy Atletico Madrid boss Deigo Siemone

    This result is Atletico’s third stalemate in their last four league games.

    They have missed the chance to go second in the standings and could drop from third spot pending the results of Real Sociedad and Barcelona’s respective home ties against Getafe and Sevilla.

    Source: Goal.com

  • Thomas Partey, the all-terrain SUV

    When Diego Simeone asked Thomas Partey to come onto the pitch to try and rescue the result against Eibar, nobody, not even himself, could have imagined that it would be the Ghanaian who would score the winning goal, with the midfielder proving himself to be an invaluable tool for all situations for Atletico Madrid.

    He has two goals thus far this season, with his latest coming in the Champions League against Lokomotiv Moscow, and he has been a sensation this season.

    We’re starting to see a midfielder that Simeone daren’t not drop from the starting XI, he is so technically gifted and so powerful that he nicely complements Koke and Saul Niguez, and if he is adding goals to his game now as well, Atletico’s midfield is set for a long time.

    Thomas Partey makes me happy Atletico Madrid boss Deigo Siemone

    In the Spanish league only Casemiro has scored as many goals as Thomas this season, and he is outperforming other great holding midfield players, Javi Martinez and Idrissa Gueye who have yet to score at all this campaign.

    Even in the Premier League, Thomas’ numbers are strong with none of Fernandinho, James Milner, N’Golo Kante, Nemanja Matic or Lucas Torreira having managed to score as many goals this season.

    The only midfielder in the Premier League who has done so is Tottenham Hotspur’s Tanguy Ndombele.

    Atleti have been forced to reinvent themselves this season, and they will continue to have to evolve in order to get the best out of Joao Felix you’d imagine.

    This is where Thomas’ contributions could be so vital, as he is showing all the characteristics needed in an elite midfield player.

    Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey named man of the match in Madrid derby

    He wins possession back and starts counter-attacking moves, but now he has the stamina and energy to ensure he is in the right possession to sometimes even finish the move off, it’s no coincidence we’ve seen him in far more adventurous positions since Felix arrived.

    Moving forward he is essentially there to give the Portuguese starlet a bit of extra help, whilst being good enough to cover both phases of the game.

    It’s interesting to note he has completed 91.67 percent of his dribbles this season, the second-highest in the Spanish top flight, whilst his pass completion percentage is around 87 percent.

    Source: marca.com

  • Thomas Partey’s Madrid house raided by robbers

    Ghana superstar Thomas Partey’s house was invaded by dangerous armed robbers in the Spanish capital of Madrid on Monday night while he was away with his Atletico Madrid team in Moscow.

    According to reports, the thieves forcefully broke into the house in the middle of the night while the talented playmaker was in Moscow where he will play the Champions League game against Lokomotiv.

    The thieves entered the house, located in Boadilla del Monte, and did so with force and intimidation but without personal injury to the domestic maid who was then at home.

    Read:Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey named man of the match in Madrid derby

    They threatened to harm the domestic maid who initially resisted their attempt but upon seeing their firearms the person was completely subdued allowing the robbers to ransack the house.

    Police was immediately called to the property after the thieves had left and investigations are currently underway to try to fish out the perpetrators of the crime which has shaken the maid and Partey.

    Read:I feel settled at Atletico Madrid -Thomas Partey

    Partey joins a long list of players who have been robbed in their homes, just as Casemiro was last Saturday while the Madrid derby was played.
    The Ghanaian is the latest footballer to have his house burglarized in Spain while the player was away.

    Casemiro, Jordi Alba, Geoffrey Kondogbia, William Carvahlo, Álvaro Morata, Joaquín, Ezequiel Garay, Kévin-Prince Boateng, Karim Benzema, Ramiro Funes Mori, Arthur, Gabriel Paulista, Piqué, now Thomas.

    The thieves pounce on the houses of these footballers when they know they are away from home.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey named man of the match in Madrid derby

    Thomas Partey has been adjudged Atletico Madrid’s best player on Saturday when they shared the spoils 0-0 with City rivals Real Madrid in a La Liga match played at the Wanda Metropolitano.

    Partey, who was marking his 100th La Liga appearance, was simply sublime, recording a 95% passing accuracy from 38 out of 40 total passes in the first half alone. He had a 100% duel success rate in the opening period, winning four out of four, and also made four recoveries.

    Read:I feel settled at Atletico Madrid -Thomas Partey

    The best Atleti chance in the first half fell to teenage sensation Joao Felix, but the Portuguese forward could only fire wide after receiving a perfectly-timed pass from Partey.

    He made a total of 79 passes in the entire 90 minutes he played, and also made four dribbles, which was more than any player from either team on the pitch. He ultimately won the Man of the Match award.

    Partey received a yellow card in injury time for a foul on James Rodriguez, his second of the season.

    Read:I knew Thomas Partey will be a top player when he first trained with Atletico- Javier Baños

    He has been an integral part of Atletico Madrid since making his debut in November 2015, making a 145 competitive appearances, scoring 13 goals and providing 11 assists.

    The 26-year-old is expected to feature for Diego Simeone’s men when they take on Lokomotiv Moscow in Tuesday’s Champions League game.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Thomas Partey and Alvaro Morata available for selection in ATM’s Champions League opener

    Ghana’s Thomas Partey and Alvaro Morata will be available for selection ahead of their Champions League opener against Juventus.

    Atletico will attempt to bounce back from their defeat at Real Sociedad when they face the Italian champions on Wednesday.

    The Ghanaian midfielder was rested against the Basques, as he is considered a vital part of Los Rojiblancos’ midfield.

    Read:I knew Thomas Partey will be a top player when he first trained with Atletico- Javier Baños

    His absence from last season’s second leg defeat against Juventus due to suspension was seen as one of the reasons that led to Atletico’s elimination.

    Juanfran was used as a left-back instead of Saul Niguez, who had to play in the midfield and Cristiano Ronaldo found the space he needed to produce an extraordinary performance.

    Partey is ahead of Marcos Llorente in Diego Simeone’s pecking order, with the latter failing to convince with his performance at the Reale Arena on Saturday.

    Read:Thomas Partey buys Spanish football club Alcobendas

    Morata, meanwhile, has sped up his recovery from a knee sprain he suffered against Leganes and Atletico will need him for a game as important as the one against Juventus.

    Simeone expects a lot from the Spanish striker and his connection with Diego Costa up front is essential should Los Rojiblancos want to go far in all three competitions.

    Source: FootballGhana.com

  • I knew Thomas Partey will be a top player when he first trained with Atletico- Javier Baños

    The scout who discovered Thomas Partey, Javier Banos has revealed that he was quick to inform Atletico Madrid to sign the player when he first arrived in Spain.

    According to Banos, after a friendly game between Atletico Madrid and Getafe, he had to persuade the club to keep the player.

    Read:Thomas Partey buys Spanish football club Alcobendas

    “He came to the test of Atlético de Madrid, we tested him in a friendly against Getafe and at the break I tell Manolo Romero, head of scouts, to call Julián Muñoz, director of the academy because this boy is a First Division player. You have to sign him now, ” Baños told Mundo Deportivo.

    Baños is not surprised by the level the Ghana international has reached now, praising the co-owner of lower-tier side Alcobendas for his progress in his professional career.

    Read:Thomas Partey retains Ghana Footballer of the Year award

    “He is such a humble and grateful player that little by little he has been growing and he was seen to be up. He gives everything every minute he is on the field. He has always made his way to work, work, work … And right now he is a top player. A footballer who is usual to see him in the Champions League. He has already played a final … it’s amazing, “he said.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Thomas Partey signs four Ghanaian players for Spanish side Alcobendas

    Atletico Madrid ace Thomas Partey has signed four Ghanaian players to Spanish side Alcobendas, a club he co-owns.

    The Ghana midfielder has signed Samuel Tetteh Yemoh, Gideon Acquah, Samuel Buer and Felix as new players for the Spanish lower tier side.

    Samuel Tetteh, a defensive midfielder joins the club for the season from Utebo FC. He previously played for the youth side of Leganes.

    Read:Thomas Partey excited with new Atletico Madrid players

    Gideon Acquah arrives from Ghana Premier League side Medeama FC. The left back can also play in central midfield.

    Samuel Buer is another player from the youth ranks of La Liga side Leganes, but spent last season at Madrid-Boadilla International. He joins the club for the 2019/20 campaign.

    Thomas Partey has proven to be an astute football businessman as he has splashed out to buy Spanish third division club Alcobendas Sport.

    Read:Thomas Partey savors dramatic late winner for Atletico in 3-2 win over Eibar

    The midfielder silently acquired a stake in the club with the mission of getting them promoted to the top leagues of of the fiercely competitive league systems in the world.

    The four partners bought the club in July and they all have equal share in the club playing in the third division of the Spanish football system with the mission of gaining promotion by scouting some of the best young players in Spain.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Atletico Madrid star Thomas Partey insists it’s too early to talk of La Liga title

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey says it’s too early to talk of La Liga title race despite Atletico Madrid perfect start to the season.

    The Rojiblancos have a 100% start to the season after winning all their three games in La Liga.

    Thomas Partey grabbed the match winner for Atletico in the game against Eibar on Sunday and with Real Madrid and Barcelona both dropping points, the capital based club have been tipped for the title.

    Read:Thomas Partey excited with new Atletico Madrid players

    “”Just getting started. We have three games and the League is long. This motivates us to continue working,” Partey said after the game against Eibar.

    The 26-year old was also quick to admit it was a difficult game for his side.

    Read:Thomas Partey not ruling out Atlético Madrid exit

    Atletico Madrid had to come back from two goals down to beat the resilient Eibar.

    “We started the game suffering by fitting two goals. It was a difficult game. We have done a great job and that is why we are happy,” he said.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

     

  • Thomas Partey excited with new Atletico Madrid players

    Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has hailed the club’s new players.

    “We have a new group that really excites the fans and I hope they give us more confidence, support. And as it is coming out, I hope that gives confidence to the group,” he said.

    In addition, the Ghanaian soccer player analyzed the impending league match in Butarque.

    Read:Thomas Partey features as Atlético Madrid edge Getafe in La Liga

    “We all know how difficult it is to play against Leganes away from home, we know that it will be a complicated game and we have to do all things well to win, we will try to win and make a good game,” he insisted.

    On the other hand, he praised the signings. “It’s been a few weeks now. They already know almost everything that is important for the club, for the fans, for the coaches and for all of us the players.

    Read:Thomas Partey retains Ghana Footballer of the Year award

    “They are learning, they have a lot of talent and we hope that everything goes well for them and that they can contribute a lot and help the club, “he reiterated.

    “Every year I feel better, learning a lot and I hope that all the goals we have this year can meet them. I think all the fans and everyone in the club know about our goal,” he said.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Thomas Partey features as Atlético Madrid edge Getafe in La Liga

    Thomas Partey featured as Atletico Madrid started the season with a 1-0 victory over Getafe on Sunday evening.

    The Ghanaian international lasted 65 minutes in the opening day win.

    Read:Thomas Partey joins Atlético Madrid pre-season

    Both sides were reduced to 10 men in the first half during the feisty clash at the Wanda Metropolitano.

    Alvaro Morata scored the match-winner with a fine header after Kieran Trippier delivered a brilliant ball from the right.

    Read:Thomas Partey retains Ghana Footballer of the Year award

    Source: footballmadeinghana.com