The Community Shield may not carry the same prestige as the Premier League or FA Cup, but victory could provide the perfect springboard for Arsenal ahead of the new campaign.

Let’s not forget that on 11 occasions the shield has been shared. Again, is it a viable, competitive match if even the organisers essentially admit that they aren’t that bothered who wins? When they ...

Arteta, who took charge of the Gunners in December 2019, has transformed the club into serious title contenders again in the last couple of seasons. However, in terms of major silverware, he has only ...

Crystal Palace take on Liverpool in the 2025 Community Shield this weekend, as the winners of last season’s Premier League and FA Cup go head-to-head at Wembley. Whether your view is that the clash is ...

Back in 2020, The Athletic's Nick Miller explored where the Community Shield ranks historically among footballing trophies... “I have never included extras like the Charity Shield and the European ...