Man City win the Community Shield

Manchester City secured their first Community Shield win since 2019, with Manuel Akanji scoring the decisive eighth penalty against local rivals Manchester United.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes, leading to a penalty shootout where City triumphed 7-6.

This victory marks City's seventh Community Shield title.

Despite the competitive nature of the match, it is often regarded as a "glorified friendly" by some, serving as a curtain-raiser for the English football season.

However, managers like Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta have emphasized its importance as the first official game and trophy of the domestic season.