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Sources: Atletico Madrid’s Thomas burgled for the second time in a week

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Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey had his house burgled for the second time in a week on Saturday, sources close to the player have confirmed to ESPN FC.
Thomas was away from the household as he played for Atletico during the 0-0 draw against Real Valladolid in La Liga on Sunday.
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The burglars backed off once they realised the player’s sister was in the house at the time, but it is understood that they still managed…

Sources: Atletico Madrid’s Thomas joins list of players robbed in Spain

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Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has joined the long list of footballers who have had their houses robbed in Spain in recent months, sources close to the player have confirmed to ESPN FC.
The incident happened on Monday afternoon when Thomas’ housekeeper was at home, and although she was not hurt, the sources acknowledged the “shock” caused, saying players are “worried” and “afraid” of what has become a trend in Spain.
The robbery in Thomas’ house is the second in less than two days after…

Sources: Atletico Madrid’s Thomas joins list of players to have homes burgled

Sid Lowe reacts to Zinedine Zidane’s comments about Eden Hazard’s slow start at Real Madrid leading into the Madrid derby.

Steve Nicol says Lionel Messi alone won’t solve Barcelona’s concerns on the pitch in what is shaping up to be a tight La Liga title race.

With Lionel Messi set to miss more games with a groin injury, the FC crew question if Ernesto Valverde can turn Barca’s fortunes around.
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has joined the long list of footballers who have had their houses burgled in Spain in recent months, sources close to the player have confirmed to ESPN FC.
The incident happened on Monday afternoon when Thomas’ housekeeper was at home, and although she was not hurt, the sources acknowledged the “shock” caused, saying players are “worried” and “afraid” of what has become a trend in Spain.
The burglary in Thomas’ house is the second in less than two days after…

Arsenal, Manchester City interest excites Atletico’s Thomas – source

Stevie Nicol feels Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez is “money well spent” and the ideal midfielder to replace Fernandinho at Manchester City.

Alvaro Morata says Antoine Griezmann doesn’t want to leave Atletico Madrid because of one bad week at the club.
Reported Arsenal and Manchester City target Thomas Partey is excited by the idea of playing in the Premier League, a source close to the Atletico Madrid midfielder has told ESPN FC.
Thomas, 25, has emerged as a key first team member for Atletico this season. He was suspended for the Champions League round-of-16 second leg defeat at Juventus, and his absence was considered a key factor in the result.
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Despite big-name recalls, Partey remains Ghana’s key man

The build-up to Ghana’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ethiopia has been less than ideal for coach Kwesi Appiah.
Kwadwo Asamoah, one of the Black Stars’ most impressive players in Europe this season, has withdrawn following a knee injury.
However, the circumstances of his absence prompted assistant coach Maxwell Konadu to deny suggestions that the Internazionale man had pulled out due to a rift with the Ayew brothers, thereby giving oxygen to the rumours.
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Thomas Partey opens door to Premier League move

Thomas Partey has revealed that he would embrace the opportunity to play in the Premier League in the future, although he’s not currently eyeing a move away from Atletico Madrid.
The powerhouse enjoyed a fine campaign in La Liga last term, featuring 33 times for Diego Simeone’s side during a breakout season.
He was rewarded by being named Ghana Player of the Year during an awards ceremony at the Marriott Hotel in Accra on Sunday, and took the opportunity to discuss his future plans with KweséESPN.
“At…

Thomas runs the midfield as Gameiro earns Atletico’s win vs. Athletic

Kevin Gameiro scored the opening goal as Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao.

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Thomas steals Atletico three points with last-ditch goal vs. Deportivo

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Thomas Partey’s last-gasp free kick ensured Atletico Madrid’s week did not take another turn for the worse as they squeaked past Deportivo La Coruna 1-0 on Saturday.

It had been one of the least memorable games of the season thus far on the north-eastern coast of Spain, with neither side looking like scoring. That was until Lucas Hernandez broke forward two minutes into stoppage time before being felled on the edge of the box.

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Marco Silva’s team are still unbeaten after four matches, and as well as netting twice – including in the victory at Southampton last weekend – but he’s set to be handed a much more defensive…

Antoine Griezmann’s second-half score rescued Atletico Madrid a point at Deportivo.

Atletico Madrid were poor against Deportivo La Coruna but the real concern is with injured striker Fernando Torres.
The famous new manager bounce caught a distinctly below-par Atletico Madrid cold as they somehow escaped Estadio Riazor with a 1-1 draw against Deportivo La Coruna on Thursday.

Atletico were lucky to go in at the break just a single Florin Andone goal down and rode their luck in the second period before a wonderful effort from Antoine Griezmann drew them somewhat undeservedly level. However, the game was overshadowed by a sickening injury to Fernando Torres late on. 

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