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Calafiori scores record 24-second goal as Arsenal faces Man City in Cardiff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Calafiori scores record 24-second goal as Arsenal faces Man City in Cardiff

Summary

Riccardo Calafiori scored in 24 seconds to set a new record for the fastest goal in Community Shield history during Arsenal's match against Manchester City at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. This record-breaking opener came from a pass by Myles Lewis-Skelly, putting Arsenal in a strong position early in the game. The previous record of 35 seconds was held by Bobby Owen of Manchester City since 1968. The match is still in progress as Arsenal aims for their 18th Community Shield title.

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By the Numbers

•Calafiori opened the scoring for Arsenal after 24 seconds.
•The match is held at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
•Calafiori's goal breaks a 1968 record set by Bobby Owen.
•Arsenal seeks their 18th Community Shield title.
•The match is still ongoing.

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2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Calafiori smashes Community Shield record with 24-second opener as Arsenal stun Man City in Cardiff

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Riccardo Calafiori has broken the record for the fastest goal ever scored in the Community Shield.Calafiori opened the scoring forArsenal against Manchester City after just 24 seconds at the Principal...
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