Former Arsenal Midfielder Thomas Partey Charged with Rape and Sexual Assault

Former Arsenal and Ghana Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey has been officially charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault in the United Kingdom.

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) confirmed that Partey faces five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, linked to incidents involving three different women between 2021 and 2022.

According to UK media reports, two of the complainants have accused the footballer of rape, while a third alleges he sexually assaulted her.

The charges come after a lengthy investigation by the Metropolitan Police, and Partey is now scheduled to appear before Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 5, 2025.

In a statement, the CPS emphasized that the case is now active and warned the public, especially on social media, to refrain from making comments that could jeopardize the legal process or undermine the defendant’s right to a fair trial.

Partey, 32, who last played for Arsenal and has been a key figure for Ghana’s national team over the past decade, has not publicly responded to the charges as of the time of this publication.

This development marks a significant turn in the footballer’s career and raises fresh discussions around the conduct and accountability of public figures both on and off the pitch.