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Sean Cole

Revealed: The Community Shield fact that organisers would rather not talk about

Arsenal players celebrate after winning the 2023 Community Shield against Manchester City at Wembley Stadium.

A match between the reigning champions of England's top division and the FA Cup holders was first played in 1908, with Manchester United beating Queens Park Rangers at the second attempt.

Since then, this format has been used to mark the start of the domestic season while also raising money for charity.

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