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.
Tottenham opened their 2025-26 Champions League campaign with a 1-0 victory at home to Villarreal, but they didn't have things their own way as they edged to a narrow opening-night win. Thomas Frank made his debut as a coach in Europe's top club competition and will be relieved that his side took the three points, but he will know there is work to do if they are to progress from the league phase.
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.
Thomas Partey is due to appear in court on charges of rape the day before new club Villarreal's Champions League clash with Tottenham.
World Cup winner Raul Albiol is set for another Serie A season, marking a final chapter in his career across Spain and Italy.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin hit out at La Liga’s plan to stage Barcelona vs Villarreal in the USA, but admits the organisation can't stop it.
UEFA’s executive committee is preparing to deliver a historic ruling, with the decision on Villarreal vs Barcelona in Miami set for September 11.
Barcelona are eyeing Villarreal teen striker Etta Eyong, with his low release clause also attracting interest from Real Betis.
The Spanish players' union has spoken out against La Liga's plan to host a match between Barcelona and Villarreal in the United States.
