Arsenal thrash Man City 3-0 in Community Shield masterclass

Arsenal won the Community Shield with a 3-0 victory over Manchester City in Cardiff. The team, led by Mikel Arteta, dominated the game from start to finish at the Principality Stadium. According to The National UAE, Arsenal took the lead after just 24 seconds through Riccardo Calafiori's goal, which was created by a skilled pass from Myles Lewis-Skelly.

The Gunners continued to flow with intensity, adding to their lead before halftime with a clinical Kai Havertz header, as reported by New Straits Times. Martin Odegaard scored after the interval to cap a resounding victory. The win marked a statement of intent from Arsenal ahead of their Premier League title defence.

Arsenal's performance showcased their readiness for the new season, with captain Martin Odegaard expressing satisfaction with the team's display, stating they "played some brilliant football" and showed their level. The team's close-season recruits, including Bruno Guimaraes and Christos Tzolis, also made a positive impact in their debut.

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