Thomas Partey's yellow card in Arsenal's 2-1 win over Real Madrid has resulted in a suspension for the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain. Partey picked up the booking in the closing stages of the match for getting involved in a fracas with Antonio Rudiger and former Arsenal loanee Dani Ceballos. Declan Rice was furious with Partey over the incident, as the midfielder's absence will be a significant blow to Arsenal's chances.
Key Details:
- Suspension: Thomas Partey will miss the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against PSG due to his yellow card accumulation.
- Incident: Partey was booked for knocking over Dani Ceballos during a brief altercation involving Antonio Rudiger.
- Reaction: Declan Rice was visibly angry with Partey over the incident, knowing the implications of the yellow card.
- Impact: Partey's absence will force Mikel Arteta to make changes to the lineup, potentially affecting Arsenal's midfield dynamics.
Partey's Stats:
- Matches Played: 11
- Minutes Played: 809
- Passing Accuracy: 91.28%
- Yellow Cards: 3
Arsenal will need to adapt to life without Partey for the first leg, and Mikel Arteta faces a challenge in finding the right replacement. Jorginho could potentially fill the gap if he's fit.