Arsenal vs Man City: Gunners Eye Community Shield Glory

FA Community Shield  -  Arsenal VS Manchester City
Match Time:16-08-2026 22:00 Sunday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips

Arsenal and Manchester City will meet at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium on Sunday with the 2026 Community Shield at stake. The clash renews their rivalry after Arsenal defeated City on penalties in the 2023 edition.

Team Analysis:
Arsenal have a strong Community Shield record and have relied on penalties in recent triumphs, but their pre-season form has been mixed despite shootout wins over Dortmund and Como. Manchester City arrive unbeaten in pre-season and have won their last two meetings with Arsenal, giving them confidence ahead of Sunday’s clash.

Player Situation:
Arsenal will be without Jurrien Timber and William Saliba, while Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Martin Zubimendi are unlikely to start after missing pre-season. Manchester City could also keep Erling Haaland on the bench, with Rodri unavailable and Savinho doubtful, while Bruno Guimaraes is set for his full Arsenal debut.

Result Prediction:
The Community Shield will go straight to penalties if Arsenal and Manchester City remain level after 90 minutes, and another shootout could be on the cards. Arsenal’s recent penalty success gives Arteta’s side the edge to claim the trophy once again.

Predicted Result: Arsenal 2-1 Manchester City.