Partey was given his first start at the club against the Austrian giants since joining from Atletico Madrid on transfer deadline day.
The 27-year-old kept it neat and tidy in the middle of the park as the Gunners came from a goal behind to beat their Group B opponents 2-1 at the Allianz Stadion.
The Ghana international recorded 92 passes in the game, giving him a percentage rate of 90.
He also made one key pass but won 4 aerial duels and 5 tackles. Partey overall touched the ball 102 times and made 1 clearance and interception apiece which made him one of the most influential players on the pitch.
During Arteta's post-match interview, he showered praises on the former Real Mallorca midfielder but says he is expecting a lot more from him in his subsequent matches.
"I think he held the midfield by himself in the second half when we were a little bit more open and started to take more chances attacking certain spaces with some players. But I think he was fantastic tonight and there is much more to come from him obviously.”
Partey joined Arsenal on a five-year deal from Spanish giants Atletico Madrid for a reported fee of €50 million.
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