Manchester City Claims Community Shield in Thrilling Encounter with Manchester United
In a nail-biting match punctuated by two goals in the final eight minutes, Manchester City emerged victorious, claiming the Community Shield with a 7-6 penalty shootout victory (1-1 after regular time) against Manchester United.
The “Citizens” started the game on the front foot, with Oscar Bob sending a shot wide in the 22nd minute. Manchester United responded with Amad Diallo’s attempt in the 29th minute, but the ball sailed wide.
The deadlock remained until the 82nd minute when Bruno Fernandes found Garnacho, who slotted the ball past Ederson to open the scoring for Manchester United. However, Manchester City responded immediately. Bernardo Silva equalized in the 88th minute with a powerful header.
The match remained deadlocked until the penalty shootout, where Manchester City emerged triumphant. While Johnny Evans missed his penalty for Manchester United, Akanji scored for Manchester City, securing the coveted title.
Highlights of the Match:
Manchester United opened the scoring in the 82nd minute through Garnacho’s individual effort.
Manchester City equalized in the 88th minute through Bernardo Silva’s header.
* The penalty shootout saw both teams score and save penalties, leading to a thrilling 7-6 victory for Manchester City.
Penalties Scored:
- Manchester City: Ederson, Bernardo Silva, Raheem Sterling, Kevin De Bruyne, Erling Haaland
- Manchester United: Bruno Fernandes, Diogo Dalot, Casemiro, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho
Lineups:
Manchester City: Ederson, Lewis, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol, Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, McAtee, Bob, Doku, Haaland
Manchester United: Onana, Maguire, Martinez, Dalot, Fernandes, Rashford, Amad, Casemiro, McTominay