In a dramatic turn of events, Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey has been cleared to start for Arsenal in their highly anticipated UEFA Champions League encounter against AS Monaco at the Emirates Stadium tonight.

Partey’s inclusion comes as a relief for the Gunners, with the midfielder initially a doubt after missing Tuesday’s training session due to an injury concern. Following a late fitness test, the Black Stars star was deemed fit to anchor Arsenal’s midfield in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.

Arsenal Starting XI:
Raya, Partey, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly, Rice, Merino, Odegaard, Saka, Martinelli, Jesus.

Substitutes:
Neto, Setford, Timber, Tierney, Robinson, Heaven, Monlouis, Jorginho, Nwaneri, Trossard, Sterling, Havertz.

Monaco Starting XI:
Majecki, Vanderson, Salisu, Kehrer, Henrique, Camara, Magassa, Akliouche, Ben Seghir, Golovin, Embolo.

Substitutes:
Kohn, Lienard, Teze, Ouattara, Nibombe, Mawissa, Matazo, Michal, Minamino, Ilenhikhena, Tincres.

Kick-off is scheduled for 8 pm GMT as Arsenal look to secure crucial points against a resilient Monaco side featuring defensive stalwart Mohammed Salisu and forward Breel Embolo.