Thomas Partey scored a crucial goal as Arsenal clinched a thrilling win against their tricky opponents, Aston Villa, at Villa Park.
The game was a dramatic showcase of goalkeeping, with Arsenal’s David Raya making a stunning save from Ollie Watkins to keep the score level.
In contrast, Villa’s Emi Martinez made a costly error, allowing Partey’s shot to slip through his hands and give Arsenal a crucial two-goal lead.
Arsenal had been on the back foot, especially after Watkins missed a prime chance earlier in the match.
But after Raya’s superb one-handed save from Watkins and a shot from Amadou Onana hitting the bar, Arsenal took control.
Leandro Trossard scored with his first touch after coming on, and Partey’s goal 10 minutes later sealed the victory.
🇬🇭 Thomas Partey scores his first Premier League goal since March 2023. It’s been a long time coming ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/3hkVxoIOw4
— Owuraku Ampofo (@_owurakuampofo) August 24, 2024
It was Partey’s first goal of the season, marking a sweet revenge after Villa’s double over Arsenal last season.
