🚨 INJURY CRISIS AT ARSENAL: THOMAS PARTEY A DOUBT FOR CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CLASH WITH REAL MADRID
“We don’t know…” — Arteta confirms uncertainty after Partey limps off in Brentford draw
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FULL BREAKDOWN:
Arsenal’s preparations for their massive second-leg showdown with Real Madrid have taken a huge hit after Thomas Partey suffered a potential injury setback in their 1-1 draw against Brentford.
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WHAT HAPPENED:
Partey, who scored Arsenal’s only goal, was subbed off after feeling discomfort.
Arteta revealed:
> “He had an issue, so we took him out. We did not want to take any risks… We don’t know [if he will be OK for Wednesday]. I haven’t spoken to the doctors yet.”
Partey had been deployed in a right-back role and was replaced by Jurrien Timber.
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WHY IT MATTERS:
Partey was outstanding in the first leg, controlling the midfield as Arsenal dismantled Madrid 3-0.
His absence could disrupt Arteta’s tactical structure, especially with Real expected to come out aggressively at the Bernabéu.
The Ghanaian international has made 45 appearances this season and remains one of Arsenal’s most reliable players.
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MORE BAD NEWS:
Jorginho also picked up an injury (suspected broken rib) late in the game and had to leave the field, with Arsenal already out of substitutions.
The result leaves Arsenal ten points behind Liverpool in the Premier League, further dimming their domestic title hopes.
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LOOKING AHEAD:
If Partey doesn’t recover in time, Declan Rice might be forced to operate deeper, or Arteta may have to gamble on an unfit Jorginho or inexperienced cover.
Arsenal’s squad depth and tactical flexibility will be tested to the limit when they enter the Santiago Bernabéu. With Madrid expected to be at full force — and possibly without Mbappé due to suspension — this is shaping up to be a nerve-wracking battle of attrition.
One goal in the league — but possibly one man down
in Europe.
Can Arsenal survive without Partey in Madrid?
