Black Stars Talisman Thomas Partey Drops Another Super Performance for Arsenal

• Thomas Partey continued his purple patch form for Arsenal as he helped the Gunners secure a vital win against Aston Villa
• The former Atletico Madrid midfielder, who recently converted to Islam, played full throttle for the north London club as they continued their pursuit for Champions League football
• His superb streak of performances at Arsenal will be music to the ears of Ghana coach Otto Addo as the World Cup play-offs against Nigeria looms

Ghana and Arsenal midfield gem Thomas Partey delivered yet another spectacular performance for Arsenal as the Gunners return to winning ways.

Partey's Arsenal was handed their first defeat since January when title hopefuls Liverpool edged the Gunners 2-0 at the Emirates in midweek.

Despite the setback on Wednesday, Mikel Arteta's charges knew they had to return to winning ways within the shortest possible time as they squared off against a resurgent Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon.

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A single strike from English sensation Bukayo Saka was all Arsenal needed to reaffirm their top-four ambitions.

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The 28-year-old midfielder proved why he is rated as one of the best in his position once again with an inch-perfect performance in the middle of the park for Arsenal.

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Bukayo Saka's first-half goal was all Arsenal needed to defeat Aston Villa at the Villa Park as the Gunners cement complement their fourth position on the Premier League standings.

Mikel Arteta knew that victory in this particular encounter will boost their chances of a top-four finish, and the Gunners did it in style.

A 30th-minute strike from Bukayo Saka was all the north London club needed to claim maximum points on Saturday afternoon.

Arsenal ace Thomas Partey converts to Islam

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Ghana and Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has reportedly converted to Islam after months of studying the religion at his base in England.

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The 28-year-old is yet to confirm his switch in religions, but reports widespread on social media have stated he is now a Muslim.

In a photo posted on Twitter, spotted by Sports Brief, the deputy Black Stars captain is seen with an Iman as he gladly accepts the religion.