London, England – Thomas Partey delivered a masterclass in midfield as Arsenal dismantled Manchester City with a dominant 5-1 victory at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday evening. The Ghanaian international, back in his favored midfield role, not only controlled the tempo but also found the back of the net in a statement win for the Gunners.

The match kicked off with an early Arsenal breakthrough when Kai Havertz set up Martin Ødegaard, who coolly finished to put the hosts ahead. City responded in the 55th minute through Erling Haaland, who capitalized on a pinpoint cross from Savinho to head home the equalizer.

However, Arsenal wasted no time in regaining their advantage. Just a minute later, Partey pounced on a defensive mishap and rifled a powerful shot past the goalkeeper to restore the lead. The Gunners continued their onslaught, with Myles Lewis-Skelly adding a third goal in the 62nd minute after a well-worked move involving Declan Rice.

Kai Havertz then etched his name on the scoresheet in the 76th minute, finishing off a precise pass from Gabriel Martinelli to make it 4-1. The emphatic victory was sealed deep into stoppage time when Ethan Nwaneri connected with a sublime Declan Rice cross to complete the 5-1 rout.

Partey’s goal brings his tally to three goals and two assists in the Premier League this season, solidifying his impact for Mikel Arteta’s side. Arsenal’s commanding performance sends a strong message to the rest of the league as they continue their title pursuit.