Dramatic Penalty Shootout Seals Community Shield for Manchester City

Manchester City defeated Manchester United 7-6 on penalties to win the Community Shield after a 1-1 draw. Alejandro Garnacho scored for United in the 82nd minute before Bernardo Silva equalized a minute before full time. Manuel Akanji scored the decisive penalty for City, their first Shield win since 2019.

Manchester City emerged victorious in a thrilling penalty shootout, defeating Manchester United 7-6 to win the Community Shield at Wembley on Saturday. The match had ended level at 1-1, with United's Alejandro Garnacho opening the scoring in the 82nd minute.

United appeared poised for victory following Garnacho's late goal, but a last-minute equalizer from Bernardo Silva sent the game to penalties. Manuel Akanji scored the decisive penalty for City, who claimed their first Community Shield since 2019.

This victory ends a series of defeats for City in the Community Shield, having lost to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Leicester City in previous years. The win sets a positive tone for City as they enter the new season.

(With inputs from agencies.)