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Community Shield and Championship fixtures highlight busy matchday live

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Community Shield and Championship fixtures highlight busy matchday live

Summary

Matchday updates include the return of the Championship and the upcoming Community Shield set for tomorrow. The EFL is fully underway with League One and League Two kicking off today. Fans can expect news on exciting transfers as the summer window approaches its end. The buildup to the annual Community Shield serves as a focal point for teams and supporters alike, adding anticipation to the weekend's fixtures.

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The Guardian Sport

By the Numbers

•Community Shield takes place tomorrow.
•Championship matches resumed last night.
•League One and League Two start their seasons today.
•Transfer developments continue as the summer window nears closure.

Latest Updates

7:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — Community Shield buildup, Championship and club friendly updates – matchday live

What they're saying

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⚽ News and buildup to the first Sunday of the EFL season ⚽ Community Shield preview | Mail us Hello, good morning and welcome to another Matchday live! The annual curtain-raiser for the Premier League season – aka the Community Shield – takes place today as Arsenal prepare to face Manchester City. It also marks the start of a new era for City following the departure of Pep Guardiola, with Enzo Maresca facing his first competitive match as the club’s head coach. The Principality Stadium in Cardiff plays host to the game, which kicks off at 3pm BST. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Emillia Hawkins

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