Thomas Partey protests notable by absence on Villarreal debut against Oviedo
Briefly

Thomas Partey's competitive debut for Villarreal drew an indifferent response from fans, featuring some whistles and applause. Charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, Partey played briefly in a match where Villarreal was already ahead. His entrance got mixed reactions, but there were no significant protests or organized dissent. Many supporters seemed to presuppose his innocence, contrasting the serious nature of his charges with a lack of notable backlash during the game. Overall, the crowd appeared to treat him as just another player, at least for the moment.
Thomas Partey received a mixed reception during his competitive debut for Villarreal, with some whistles and applause but largely indifference from fans at Estadio de la Ceramica.
Partey, charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault, entered the pitch late in the game amidst a lack of major protest from the crowd.
His limited impact on the game drew minimal reactions, and most fans appeared to accept the presumption of his innocence at this early stage.
Despite the serious nature of his charges, the atmosphere during the match suggested that Villarreal supporters were treating Partey like any other player.
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