Manchester City and Manchester United will renew one of the most storied rivalries in soccer when they face off in the 2024 English Football Association Community Shield final. The 194th Manchester derby will serve as the 102nd FA Community Shield and feature 2023-24 Premier League champion Man City against reigning FA Cup winner United.
Here are key facts about the FA Community Shield.
What is the FA Community Shield?
Formerly called the Charity Shield, the Community Shield is an annual match between the reigning Premier League champion and the most recent winner of the FA Cup. Known as the "curtain-raiser", the Community Shield marks the official start of the English soccer season.
When is the 2024 FA Community Shield?
The 102nd FA Community Shield will kick off Saturday at 10 a.m. ET.
How can fans watch the 2024 FA Community Shield?
The match will be available starting at 9:50 a.m. ET on ESPN+, in English and Spanish.
Where is the 2024 FA Community Shield?
The Community Shield will be played at Wembley Stadium in London.
Who won the 2023 FA Community Shield?
Arsenal defeated Man City 4-1 on penalties after the two clubs played last year's final to a 1-1 draw after regulation.
Who has won the most FA Community Shield titles?
United has won the FA Community Shield 21 times (17 outright and four shares), the most of any club in the competition's history. The Community Shield was first introduced in 1908.
What is the all-time record of the Manchester derby?
United leads the all-time series against Man City 79-61-53 through the previous 193 meetings. United defeated Man City 2-1 for the FA Cup on May 25.
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