Arteta's Shield Win Shows Path to Protect Key Trio

Arsenal's 3-0 Community Shield win over City proves a recipe for easing stars back.

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What happened. Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield, with Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Zubimendi coming off the bench.

• The trio returned late to training after extended World Cup breaks.
• Arteta must hold them back to avoid complications from rushing.
• Last season plus World Cup was a gruelling workload for players.

Arteta will gradually ease the players back to full fitness early this season.

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