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Odegaard shines in Arsenal's Community Shield victory over Manchester City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:43 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Odegaard shines in Arsenal's Community Shield victory over Manchester City

Summary

Martin Odegaard delivered a man-of-the-match performance in Arsenal's 3-0 Community Shield win against Manchester City on August 17 in Cardiff. His display highlighted a potential return to form following a challenging 2025-26 season marred by injuries. Odegaard has expressed his frustration over past setbacks but feels revitalized after a summer break. He scored the third goal of the match, showcasing his skills and importance to Arsenal's attacking play as they prepare for the new Premier League season.

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•Arsenal defeated Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield.
•Odegaard scored the third goal and was named man of the match.
•His performance indicates a return to form after injuries last season.
•Arsenal aims to build on last season's Premier League title win.

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Martin Odegaard's man-of-the-match performance was the highlight of Arsenal's 3-0 Community Shield demolition of Manchester City and showed early signs that the Gunners' chief creator might be returning to his best after a frustrating 2025-26. Although Arsenal won the Premier League last season, knee and shoulder problems stopped their Norwegian playmaker from reaching his very top level. On Sunday in Cardiff, Odegaard capped an all-action display with a brilliant third goal when his dummy left City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma on the floor.
— Yahoo Sports

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