Match ReportFootball.LondonUnverified source· 16 Aug 2026
Odegaard, Havertz, Calafiori on target as Arsenal face Man City
Arsenal's new signings and captain shine in Community Shield clash.
Arsenal
team
Competition
FA Community Shield
Venue
Principality Stadium, Cardiff
Scorers
Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Riccardo Calafiori
What happened. Arsenal faced Manchester City in the FA Community Shield at Principality Stadium, with goals from Odegaard, Havertz, and Calafiori.
- Mikel Arteta faces Enzo Maresca for the first time.
- Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Zubimendi expected in squad.
- Bruno Guimaraes could make first start for City.
Both teams lack match sharpness early in the season, but silverware is at stake.
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