Although scores Leandro Trossard, Ben White, and Kai Havertz were highly praised, the contributions of defensive midfielder Partey were also emphasized.

The 30-year-old has been absent for nearly the whole season as a result of injury, and today is only his second appearance in the past eight months. Initially, there were apprehensions about allowing the Ghana international to promptly return for this crucial encounter due to potential risks. However, those reservations swiftly vanished.

Thomas Partey shown his ability to perform well under coach Mikel Arteta’s confidence when he was selected to start the game.

Ghana dominated the center midfield duo of Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo on “The Blues” during their 72 minutes on the field. The heat map given by Sofascore indicates that Partey consistently occupies strategic positions on the field, efficiently patrolling the middle with 3 interceptions and displaying great defensive skills in contested circumstances.

Mikel Arteta commended Thomas Partey for his exceptional performance in Arsenal’s unexpected 5-0 victory over Chelsea, which further strengthens their position in the race for the Premier League crown.

When questioned about Thomas Partey’s performance in his initial start this year, Mikel Arteta responded, “I am uncertain, but if that were the case, we would have emerged victorious in every match.”

“Considering our current winning streak, the substantial number of points we have accumulated thus far, and the absence of Thomas since August, it is evident that he is a crucial player for our team.”

“But as well that has given the chance to all the players, to Declan to play as a six, to rediscover Declan as an eight, playing Kai as a nine, the contribution of Jorgi, he has been absolutely phenomenal as well.

“And the team has resources, and it has to find different ways of winning and acting and interchanging the qualities. I’m really happy.

“We thought it was a really good game for Partey to come back, he looks like he is in rhythm, he trained really well the last few days, the way that they set-up, the players that they have in and the way they attack especially.

“We believe it was the right call to make. He stepped up and had a great performance and was really important for the team.”

Partey impressed as Arsenal thrashed Chelsea 5-0 on Tuesday.