Arsenal have lifted the 2026 Community Shield after defeating Manchester City in a meeting between the previous season’s Premier League champions and FA Cup winners.
The victory gives Mikel Arteta’s side an early piece of silverware and provides a major confidence boost ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
The Community Shield brought together two of English football’s strongest sides, with Arsenal looking to build on their Premier League success and City aiming to begin the new season with a trophy.
Arsenal’s triumph also adds to the growing rivalry between the two clubs, who have competed closely for domestic honours in recent seasons.
For Arteta, the victory represents an encouraging start as Arsenal prepare for another demanding campaign. The Gunners will now turn their attention to the Premier League, where they will be aiming to retain their title and make another push for major honours.
Manchester City, meanwhile, will have to regroup quickly, with the Community Shield defeat serving as an early warning ahead of the competitive season.
With the first trophy of the campaign now secured, Arsenal will hope the Community Shield success can set the tone for what could be another memorable season.
