Ruben Dias insists Community Shield loss is significant for Manchester City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:50 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Ruben Dias stated that the Community Shield is a final, emphasizing Manchester City's desire to win despite a poor performance in their 3-0 loss to Arsenal on August 16 at Cardiff. Dias expressed frustration with the defeat but noted it is early in the season with changes to the team and a new manager. Enzo Maresca now faces the challenge of recovering from this significant opening match as City prepares to play Bournemouth on August 20 in their first Premier League fixture.
- •Community Shield match took place on August 16, 2026
- •Manchester City lost 3-0 to Arsenal
- •Ruben Dias emphasized City's eagerness to win
- •Enzo Maresca begins his tenure with a challenging defeat
- •City faces Bournemouth in their next Premier League match on August 20.
- 10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester City star insists Community Shield not just a friendly
"Ruben Dias has insisted the Community Shield is a final and Manchester City wanted to win it, despite a poor performance in defeat to Arsenal on Sunday.Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty ImagesArsenal’s...
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