“Thomas Partey is a world class, all action midfielder”
It was a frustrating first half for both Manchester United and Arsenal, as both sides struggled to create too many big chances on a rainy afternoon at Old Trafford.
Arsenal were no doubt the better side, getting closer and closer to breaking the deadlock, coming closest with a shot from Willian that grazed the crossbar.
Mikel Arteta’s pressed effectively, preventing United from building through their diamond and exposing their lack of width. And new signing Thomas Partey was their shining light in the middle of the park.
On his third start for the club, Partey was deployed alongside Mohamed Elneny in a 3-4-3 system and commanded the midfield with an authority Granit Xhaka could only dream of.
His composure on the ball and incisive passes through the lines to Arsenal’s attacking trident had fans absolutely buzzing.
Thomas Partey is a just a world class all action midfielder.
— Sash ~ (@ltarsenal) November 1, 2020
https://twitter.com/Ankamagyimi/status/1322944155421691905
This Thomas Partey masterclass ffs, unreal outside of the foot stabs. Sign of a top, top midfield player.
— Ahead of the Curve (@mediocentr0) November 1, 2020
Partey is dominating the midfield he has Pogba and Fred in his pocket
— 👤 (@josxph99v2) November 1, 2020
https://twitter.com/Thxnderclapped/status/1322944238779248641
Thomas Partey just oozes class. Great on the ball and in winning possession back.
Looks a real quality signing for us.#MUNARS
— The AFC Page (@theafcpage) November 1, 2020
Can Arsenal capitalise on this dominance in the second half or will they come to regret not taking their chances?
