Former Arsenal player Thomas Partey faces new rape charges, bringing the total to seven, with a court date set for March 13 regarding allegations of non-recent offences.
Thomas Partey, a former player for Arsenal, has been charged with two additional counts of rape, raising the total number of charges against him to seven. Previously, he pleaded not guilty to five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in Southwark Crown Court in September. The new charges, stemming from an incident involving an additional woman in 2020, follow a renewed investigation by the Metropolitan Police and were reported in August 2025.
These latest allegations come in the wake of allegations that the initial incidents occurred between 2021 and 2022 when Partey was actively playing as a key midfielder for Arsenal. His transition to Villarreal in Spain occurred after leaving the Premier League club in 2022, and now, as he faces severe legal repercussions, the implications for his career and personal life are significant.
The Crown Prosecution Service confirms that the upcoming court appearance at Westminster Magistrates' Court on March 13 will address these new claims as a part of a broader investigation. This situation not only impacts Partey’s football career but also raises serious discussions regarding the handling of allegations of sexual assault and rape in sports, societal accountability, and the reputational damage for involved parties.
