Thrilling Shootout: Arsenal Lifts Shield

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Arsenal won the Community Shield 4–1 on penalties in the opening match of the 2023–24 Premier League season against Manchester City.

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Fabio Vieira scores the winning penalty for Manchester City after Kevin De Bruyne and Rodri misses.

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A superb goal from Cole Palmer put City ahead, but Leandro Trossard's deflected effort equalized in stoppage time, forcing a penalty shootout.

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Manchester City dominated early on, with Julián Álvarez missing a header chance.

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Arsenal's summer signings including Kai Havertz made their debuts and went on in the game.

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Havertz had two great chances but was denied by City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega.

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Palmer's left-footed shot looked to have ensured victory for City, but a late goal from Trossard sent the match to penalties.

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Arsenal completed a remarkable turnaround by winning the penalty shootout.

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Manchester City begin their Premier League title defense on Friday night against newly-promoted Burnley under former captain Vincent Kompany.

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