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Arsenal poised for title defense after Community Shield victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:16 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Arsenal poised for title defense after Community Shield victory

Summary

Arsenal's bid to defend their Premier League title looks promising following a convincing 3-0 win over Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 16, 2026. Former Scotland winger Pat Nevin noted their chances of repeating as league champions are strong, bolstered by squad depth and resilience. Analysts at Opta favor Arsenal as the league frontrunners, with a 38% chance of securing the title. They last defended the title successfully in the 1934-35 season. Nevin emphasizes that Arsenal’s ongoing development under manager Mikel Arteta supports their ambitions for both the Premier League and the Champions League.

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By the Numbers

•Arsenal defeated Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield.
•Pat Nevin believes Arsenal can win the league again this season.
•Arsenal has lifted two trophies in the last four months.
•Opta gives Arsenal a 38% chance of winning the Premier League.
•Nevin highlights Arsenal's squad depth and resilience.

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What they're saying

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Former Scotland winger Pat Nevin says Arsenal "have a very good chance of winning the league again this season" after brushing Manchester City aside to win the Community Shield. Despite missing key players, the Gunners recorded their biggest victory to nil against City since August 2014 - also 3-0 in the Community Shield - and lifted their second trophy in four months. Sports data analysts at Opta have the Gunners as Premier League favourites, giving Arteta's side a 38% chance of lifting the trophy.
— Yahoo Sports

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