Arsenal: goalscorer against Brentford, Thomas Partey warns Real Madrid

Thomas Partey opened the scoring for Arsenal in their 1-1 draw against Brentford, this Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Emirates Stadium. Despite this setback in the Premier League, the Ghanaian midfielder shows unwavering confidence and determination ahead of the Champions League quarter-final second leg against Real Madrid.​

Facing Brentford, Mikel Arteta made five changes to his starting eleven to preserve some key players for the trip to Madrid. Despite Partey's opener (61st minute), the Gunners were pegged back by Yoane Wissa (74th minute). This result further distances Arsenal from the national title while the Reds are just three wins away from the crown.

Despite this setback, Thomas Partey remains focused on the European objective. He seems further motivated by his goal against Brentford. Before this goal, the Ghanaian midfielder had not scored since the Gunners' victory over Manchester City (1-0) on February 2. With the advantage secured in the first leg (3-0), Partey and Arsenal display measured confidence before heading to the Santiago Bernabéu.

"I think we've been through this several times when we play here and I think it won't be something different. We just have to be confident with the ball and try to play our game. We all know what we have to do. We have to go there with the mentality to win.
" said the Ghanaian.

Lydiane N'Po |

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