Sports News of Thursday, 16 August 2018

Source: ghanasoccernet.com

Thomas Partey eyes 'greater' season with Atletico Madrid

Partey is the first Ghanaian to win the UEFA Super Partey is the first Ghanaian to win the UEFA Super

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey expects a great season after Atletico Madrid beat rivals Real Madrid to clinch the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday.

Partey became the first Ghanaian to lift the coveted trophy after the 4-2 win over the European champions.

The 25 year-old assisted the third goal for his side.

"Of course Atletico Madrid is one of the biggest clubs and we all know we are capable of doing a lot of greater things," he told Omasports TV

"We hope this season will be greater."

The Europa League holders are tipped to battle FC Barcelona and Real Madrid for the Spanish La Liga title in the upcoming campaign.