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Arsenal defeat Manchester City 3-0 to win Community Shield

10 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:05 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Arsenal defeat Manchester City 3-0 to win Community Shield
Summary

Arsenal secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 16, 2026, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Riccardo Calafiori scored just 24 seconds into the match, setting the tone for Arsenal's dominant performance. Kai Havertz and Martin Ødegaard added goals as they outplayed the FA Cup champions in a significant early-season display. This win signals Arsenal’s intent as they aim for consecutive Premier League titles. City faced challenges under new manager Enzo Maresca, struggling to make a mark despite a full-strength lineup.

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  • •Arsenal wins Community Shield 3-0 against Manchester City
  • •Calafiori opens scoring in 25 seconds
  • •Havertz and Ødegaard add goals before halftime
  • •City manager Maresca experiences a tough debut
  • •Arsenal showcases their title ambitions for the upcoming season
Latest Updates
  • 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal Blow Man City Away in Cardiff to Lift the Community Shield
  • 5:05 PMYahoo Sports — Former Arsenal defender calls Community Shield win over Man City a ‘real statement’
  • 5:05 PMYahoo Sports — Ominous Arsenal thrash Manchester City to win 2026 Community Shield
  • 5:04 PMESPN — Arsenal 3-0 Man City (Aug 16, 2026) Game Analysis - ESPN
  • 4:18 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal make a statement by outclassing Man City in Community Shield
  • 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal cruise past Man City to win Community Shield
  • 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal 3-0 Manchester City: Gunners dismantle Citizens to win Community Shield
What they're saying
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Arsenal set down a Community Shield marker for the new season by beating Manchester City 3-0 in Cardiff on Sunday. Mikel Arteta’s champions resumed where the last Premier League campaign finished in May, holding silverware aloft as the Gunners suggested they remain the team to beat in England.

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Ex-Arsenal defender Martin Keown has said the Gunners made a real statement of intent after thrashing Manchester City in the Community Shield.Arsenal eased to a 3-0 win over Manchester City in the Car...

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Arsenal have thrashed Manchester City 3-0 to win the 2026 Community Shield in Cardiff.The Premier League champions made light work of the FA Cup holders at the Principality Stadium, to send a message ...

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