After a tackle, Partey and Grealish nearly engaged into a fight. The English grabbed Partey by the shirt, but the Ghanaian, who was on a yellow card, was unable to react. Instead, he left his arms wide and glared at Grealish.
Many believe that former Ghanaian player Sulley Muntari could have reprimanded Grealish rather than simply gazing at him as Partey did.
Others mocked Partey because he was purportedly a walkover in the second half of the game's brief melee.
Muntari was known as a confident, combative midfielder who does not tolerate minor provocations.
Muntari earned a reputation as a no-nonsense player who stood up for his comrades and never tolerated bullying during his prime.
Arsenal was defeated 4-1 at the Etihad on April 26, 2023, while Thomas Partey was a mere shadow of himself.
Arsenal's prospects of winning the Premier League have nearly vanished following the loss to Manchester City at the Etihad, as City is now two points ahead despite playing two fewer games.