Thomas Partey not playing so well for Ghana is because at the Black they don’t play as a team – Kwadwo Poku Mahala
Kwadwo Poku Mahala, former forward for Asante Kotoko, has weighed in on the struggles of Thomas Partey, Ghana’s influential midfielder, while playing for the Black Stars. Mahala, known for his sharp football insights, believes that Partey’s recent performances for the national team have been hampered by a lack of cohesive teamwork within the squad.
Speaking with Tony Muntana on Kessben TV, he highlighted a key issue he believes is affecting Partey’s performances in the Black Stars jersey. According to Mahala, Partey’s struggles are not a reflection of his individual abilities but rather a result of the team not functioning as a well-coordinated unit.
“I think the main problem with Partey when playing for the Black Stars is that the team doesn’t play as a unit,” Mahala explained. “We see Partey shine at the club level, especially with Arsenal, but when he comes to the national team, he’s not playing as well. It’s because there’s a disconnect between the players, and the chemistry isn’t there.”
Thomas Partey, who plays as a central midfielder for Arsenal in the English Premier League, is widely regarded as one of the top midfielders in the world. His physical presence, tactical awareness, and technical ability make him a key player for his club. However, for the Black Stars, his performances have not always lived up to the same high standard.
Many fans and pundits have noticed that Partey often struggles to influence the game for Ghana in the same way he does for Arsenal, where he regularly plays in a more structured and well-organized midfield. Mahala suggests that the lack of structure in the Black Stars’ play might be the main reason behind this disparity.
Mahala pointed out that the solution to this problem lies in improving team cohesion and ensuring that all the players work together to create a collective strategy. In modern football, the importance of team chemistry cannot be overstated, especially in the midfield, where understanding and movement are crucial. Partey thrives when he has a well-organized midfield around him, and Mahala argues that Ghana must focus on improving this aspect of their game.
“We need to play as a team, not just rely on individual brilliance,” Mahala stated. “When players don’t know each other’s movements, or if there’s no solid understanding of how to work together, the team suffers. Partey can’t do it alone. If we can fix that, we’ll see a better version of him in the national team.” He added.
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