Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 to win the 2026 Community Shield, according to detiksport. The match took place on Sunday, 16 August 2026, with Arsenal securing the trophy in a dominant display.
The result marked a strong start to the season for Arsenal, who overcame a Manchester City side widely regarded as one of the strongest in English football. Detiksport reported the final score as a comfortable 3-0 victory for the Gunners.
The win was built on a clinical attacking performance. According to Goal.com, Arsenal's three goals exposed difficulties for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, while the match provided a special night for Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard. The report highlighted how Arsenal's play limited Haaland's influence and allowed Odegaard to shine in a key moment for the club.
ANTARA News Megapolitan identified the three Arsenal players who scored against Manchester City, confirming that their goals were decisive in securing the Community Shield. CNN Indonesia also reported the result, describing it as a 3-0 demolition of Manchester City.
The Community Shield is an annual match in English football, typically contested between the winners of the Premier League and the FA Cup. Arsenal's victory gives them early silverware ahead of the new domestic season and sets a marker against a direct title rival.
The match was widely covered across Indonesian sports media, with Kompas.com providing broadcast details for viewers ahead of the game.
With the Community Shield in hand, Arsenal will now turn their attention to the opening rounds of the Premier League season. The result will raise expectations that they can challenge Manchester City for the league title over the coming months.
