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Ex-Arsenal midfielder Partey pleads not guilty to rape allegations

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has appeared at a London court to formally enter a plea regarding fresh allegations of sexual assault. The 32-year-old, who now plays his club football in Spain, pleaded not guilty to the latest charges brought against him during a hearing on Monday, adding to a complex ongoing legal case that involves multiple alleged victims.

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Partey denies two new rape charges

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to deny two new counts of rape following a preliminary hearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court. The Ghana international, now playing for Villarreal, has already pleaded not guilty to five previous charges involving different complainants.

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Partey charged with two further counts of rape

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey, who now plays in Spain for Villarreal, has been charged with two new counts of rape. The 32-year-old, who severed ties with the Gunners in the summer of 2025 when reaching the end of his contract and becoming a free agent, faces trial in November after denying allegations of raping two women and sexually assaulting a third.

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Partey pleads not guilty to rape charges as trial date set

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has denied denied raping two women and sexually assaulting a third woman at an appearance at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday. The 32-year-old pleaded not guilty to five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault after being charged in July. Partey has been granted bail and a trial date of November 2, 2026 has now been set.

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Partey 'mentally prepared' to face Spurs before court hearing

Villarreal boss Marcelino insists Thomas Partey is 'mentally prepared' to face Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on Tuesday, just 24 hours before the midfielder appears in court over multiple rape charges. The former Arsenal star denies all allegations but will line up against his old rivals in north London before attending his plea hearing at Southwark Crown Court.

Frequently asked questions

Phil Foden usually plays as a right winger for Manchester City, using his stronger left foot to cut in and create scoring opportunities. Thanks to his versatility, he has also been deployed on the left of a front three, or in a more centrally influential role as the #10.

Phil Foden was born in Stockport in Greater Manchester region, England.

Ever since making his debut for Man City, Phil Foden has sported the No. 47 jersey, which he wears in honour of his late grandfather, Ronnie, who died at the age of 47.

Phil Foden stands at 1.71m (5ft 7in), making him one of the shortest players in the Man City setup. Although he doesn't possess the extra strength, he is blessed with nimble footwork, with his low centre of gravity aiding him in drifting past opponents with ease.

Phil Foden weighs 70kg (154 lbs), with his low weight and diminuitive physique allowing him to skilfully dribble past players and function in half spaces.

Phil Foden joined the Manchester City academy in 2009 and broke into the first team in the 2017-18 season.

Phil Foden has three children with long-term partner Rebecca Cooke - two sons and a daughter.

While Phil Foden isn't married yet, he has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Rebecca Cooke, with the couple welcoming their third child during Euro 2024.