Arsenal have begun their 2026/27 campaign with silverware after defeating Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.
Mikel Arteta’s side made an explosive start, taking the lead within the opening moments of the encounter.
Myles Lewis-Skelly picked out Riccardo Calafiori inside the penalty area, with the Italian defender calmly finishing despite Gianluigi Donnarumma committing himself early.
Arsenal continued to dominate and doubled their advantage before half-time. Donnarumma failed to hold Kai Havertz’s header, allowing the ball to end up in the back of the net.
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The Gunners maintained control after the interval and eventually added a third goal through captain Martin Odegaard, who produced a fine individual effort after dribbling into the box.
The victory hands Arsenal their first trophy of the new campaign and provides an early boost ahead of the Premier League season.
The Premier League champions will begin their title defence against Coventry City on Friday, while Manchester City are set to face Bournemouth.