Community Shield paywall sparks fan fury

The traditional curtain-raiser is now locked behind a TNT Sports paywall, leaving millions unable to watch.

What happened. The Community Shield, featuring Arsenal and Manchester City, has been removed from free-to-air TV and will only be shown on TNT Sports, a paywall service.

• The match is a traditional season curtain-raiser.
• It was originally a charity game.
• Fans are upset about the decision.

The decision could set a precedent for future Community Shield broadcasts, potentially alienating fans.

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