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Arsenal lacks African players for first time in club history

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Arsenal lacks African players for first time in club history

Summary

As of September 2026, Arsenal does not have any senior players representing African nations, marking a historic first for the club. The last African player to represent Arsenal was Thomas Partey, who departed in 2025 after 167 appearances. A retrospective review highlights significant African players from the past, with Kolo Toure leading in appearances at 326. Fans are encouraged to share their favorite African player from Arsenal’s history, emphasizing the diverse personalities and talents that have graced the team over the years.

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Key Details

•Arsenal has no current African senior players as of September 2026.
•Thomas Partey was the last African player, leaving in 2025.
•Kolo Toure holds the record for most appearances among Arsenal's African players.
•A retrospective invites fans to discuss their favorite past African stars.

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Reader Charles Paul looks back at the African players who have represented Arsenal over the years and asks which one stands out as your favourite.I was having a deeper look at the top clubs’ squads ...
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