Match ReportThe GuardianUnverified source· 16 Aug 2026
Arsenal send early warning to City with Community Shield win
Champions humbled rivals in a 3-0 statement at the Principality Stadium.
Arsenal
team
Competition
Community Shield
Score
Arsenal 3-0 Manchester City
Venue
Principality Stadium
What happened. Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield, with Martin Ødegaard scoring the third goal.
- New signings Bruno Guimarães and Christos Tzolis impressed.
- Ødegaard's re-emergence highlighted Arsenal's strength.
- Arsenal fans taunted City supporters with 'Can we play you every week?'
“Against City? In a friendly? We want to win.”
— Viktor Gyökeres
Arsenal start as clear favourites for the Premier League title after this dominant display.
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