Footballer Thomas Partey charged with two further counts of rape

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Suzanne WrackFebruary 12, 2026 at 07:10 PM

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Footballer Thomas Partey, who currently plays for Villarreal, has been charged with two additional counts of rape, bringing the total to seven rape charges and one count of sexual assault. The new charges relate to allegations from 2020 made by a woman who came forward in August 2023. Partey is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on March 13 regarding these new charges. He previously pleaded not guilty to five rape charges and one count of sexual assault stemming from alleged incidents in 2021 and 2022, when he played for Arsenal, with a trial date set for November 2026. Partey maintains his innocence and has been granted bail under specific conditions, including restrictions on contacting the alleged victims.

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