Arsenal was crowned champion of the English Football Association Shield, after achieving a great victory over Manchester City by three goals to nothing, in the match that brought them together this evening at the Millennium Stadium.
With this victory, Arsenal succeeded in winning the title for the eighteenth time in its history, starting its new season strong and adding a new championship to its coffers.
Riccardo Calafiore opened the scoring for the Gunners early, after taking advantage of a pass from Skelly inside the area. penalty, before he fired an accurate shot into Manchester City's net, giving his team an advantage at the start of the match.
Arsenal continued its offensive pressure in search of increasing its lead, which was achieved in the 28th minute, when Odegaard sent the ball to Tzoulis, who in turn passed it to Kai Havertz, so the German striker headed the ball into the net, doubling his team's lead.
With the start of the second half, Arsenal's clear superiority continued, Martin Odegaard was able to add the third goal, after receiving a pass from Tzoulis, before he controlled the ball and put it with a perfect touch into the Manchester City goal.
Arsenal maintained its advantage during the remaining minutes, while Manchester City was unable to return to the match, so the confrontation ended with the Gunners winning 3-0.
Thus, Arsenal won the first title of the new season, while Manchester City suffered a severe loss at the beginning of its career under the leadership of coach Enzo. Mariska, waiting for what the team will present during the upcoming season’s competitions.