Arsenal Launch 2026/27 Season with Victory Over Man City in Community Shield
Arsenal has embarked on their 2026/27 season in spectacular fashion, defeating Manchester City in the Community Shield. The Gunners took an early lead when Riccardo Calafiori found the net just 23 seconds into the match.
Mikel Arteta’s squad further solidified their advantage midway through the first half, with summer acquisition Christos Tzolis playing a crucial role in the second goal. Tzolis demonstrated his tenacity by heading the ball to Kai Havertz, who finished from close range, marking a significant moment for the team.
This match marked Tzolis’s first competitive goal contribution of the season, building on an impressive pre-season where he recorded two assists and a goal.
As Arsenal prepares for the start of the Premier League season next week, fans are eager to see if Tzolis can maintain his impressive form.
Arsenal have made a dream start in their first competitive outing of 2026/27.
The Gunners stunned Man City in the Community Shield when Riccardo Calafiori scored after just 23 seconds.
Things got even better for Mikel Arteta’s side as they doubled their lead midway through the first half.
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And summer signing Christos Tzolis played a vital role in the second, showing determination to head the ball towards Kai Havertz, who converted from close range.
It was the Greek attacker’s first competitive goal contribution this season and continued an excellent pre-season, where he made two assists and scored once.
Can Tzolis carry his red-hot form into the Premier League season next week?
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