Arsenal Star Arrives for Ghana Versus Nigeria Showdown in World Cup Play Off

• Thomas Partey has landed in Ghana ahead of the Black Stars' World Cup play-off against Nigeria later this week
• The Arsenal star touched down on Sunday night after helping the Gunners to a vital win against Aston Villa
• Thomas Partey will captain the Black Stars in the two-legged encounter following the absence of Andre Ayew

Thomas Partey has arrived in Accra ahead of Ghana's blockbuster encounter against the Super Eagles in the World Cup play-off on Friday.

The 28-year-old landed in the country just 24 hours after starring in Arsenal's victory against Aston Vila on Saturday.

In a photo posted on Twitter, spotted by Sports Brief, the Arsenal man was in the company of top Ghanaian politician Gabby Otchere-Darko, who he gifted his jersey.

Thomas Partey is expected to play a key role in Ghana's clash against Nigeria as the Black Stars seek a return to the World Cup.

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The former Atletico Madrid player will be captain of the team due to the absence of Andre Ayew through suspension.

Ghana will host Nigeria in the first-leg on Friday in Kumasi at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported that 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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The Ghana international was in action for the Gunners on Sunday as they defeated Leicester City 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium.

Partey scored with a powerful header in the 11th minute after connecting to a cross from in-form winger Gabriel Martinelli.