Hey, football devotee, are you ready for the ultimate warm-up to the new football season? Yes, the curtain raiser is back! The 2024 FA Community Shield, a significant event that not only marks the beginning of the new season but also sets the tone for the upcoming football action, is all set to set the stage on fire on August 10, 2024, at Wembley Stadium, London. This upcoming 2024 FA Community Shield, the 102nd of its kind, will feature a battle between the 2023-24 Premier League Champions Manchester City and the 2023–24 FA Cup winners Manchester United, who defeated City in the FA Cup final. The FA Community Shield is one of the most prestigious trophies in England and is always an exciting event. But this time, with the anticipation of the upcoming match reaching a fever pitch, it is an excellent chance for fans to see their favorite teams in action and feel the excitement and eagerness for the event.
The Football Association Community Shield, also known as the Charity Shield, is an annual English football match contested at Wembley Stadium. The Community Shield, like the Premier League, consists of 11 starters and seven substitutes. Unlike most other competitions, substitutions are allowed up to six times. In a tie after 90 minutes, the winner is determined by a penalty shootout. Champions of both the Premier League and the FA Cup will face the runners-up of the Premier League in the Community Shield. In this competition, the most successful teams are Manchester United, with 17 Outright wins and four shared, and Arsenal, with 16 outright wins, one shared. Followed by them, Liverpool is standing next with 11 outright wins and five shared.
The 2024 FA Community Shield will feature a Manchester derby between Manchester City and Manchester United, both secured their spots by winning the 2023-24 Premier League and the 2023-24 FA Cup, respectively. This upcoming match will mark the 194th meeting between the two clubs in all competitions and the third occasion they face off in the Community Shield. A Manchester derby is always a highly anticipated and fiercely competitive match, and this one, being part of the prestigious Community Shield, is no different. Manchester United emerged victorious in the previous encounters in 1956 and 2011 when the competition was known as the Charity Shield. In terms of their track record in the FA Community Shield, Manchester United boasts 21 victories in 30 appearances, which includes shared titles in 1965, 1967, 1977, and 1990, with their most recent triumph in 2016. On the other hand, Manchester City has participated in 15 Community Shield matches and clinched six titles, with their most recent win occurring in 2019. This upcoming showdown will mark Manchester City’s fourth appearance in the Community Shield, with their previous appearance resulting in defeat. The stage is set for an intense and historic encounter between these two footballing giants, promising a thrilling and competitive match to keep all the fans on the edge of their seats.
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2024 FA Community Shield: Event Details
Main Event: Manchester City vs. Manchester United
Date: August 10, 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 10.00 a.m. ET | 7:00 a.m. PT | 7:30 p.m. IST
Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
Where to Watch the 2024 FA Community Shield?
Don’t miss the 2024 FA Community Shield battle between Manchester City and Manchester United. Here’s how you can watch the event:
The game will air on ITV and its on-demand streaming services, ITVX and STV Player in the UK.
It will also be broadcast on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Manchester, BBC World Service, Talksport, and Talksport International.
Football enthusiasts in Belgium can watch the event at Play Sports, DAZN 1 Belgium, and DAZN Belgium.
Sportsnet World Now, Sportsnet Now, Sportsnet World, and Sportsnet Now Plus will broadcast the event to Canadian fans.
beIN Sports Connect Indonesia and Portugal via Sports TV multiscreen and Sport TV2.
The Manchester City and Manchester United match will be broadcast on StarHub TV+ and HUB Sports 2 will be broadcast in Singapore.
South Africa fans can watch through DStv App, SuperSport OTT 3, MáXimo 360, SuperSport Blitz, SuperSport MaXimo 1
The event will be available on DStv Now, SuperSport OTT 3, SuperSport Blitz ROA, SuperSport Football Plus ROA, and SuperSport MaXimo 1 for Singapore.
In the USA, you can watch through ESPN+, ESPN App, and Zimbabwe via DStv Now, SuperSport OTT 3, SuperSport Blitz ROA, SuperSport Football Plus ROA, and SuperSport MaXimo 1.
Prediction
Manchester City vs. Manchester United
Following the FA Cup 2024 final defeat, this upcoming game will be a revenge game for Manchester City against Manchester United. At the same time, it is an excellent opportunity for Manchester United to defeat Manchester City for the second consecutive time in the same year. During the 2023-24 FA Cup final, Manchester United took the early lead before the end of the first half thanks to Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo. Manchester City tried a lot in the first half to score, but they didn’t reach the net. Further, in the second half of the game, in the 87th minute, Jeremy Doku shot the first goal for City, but the early lead of Manchester United snapped the dream of Manchester City. Manchester United won the match 2-1 and lifted the FA Cup trophy. In the end, Manchester City finished second. Manchester City has a deep squad filled with talented players in every position. This allows them to rotate players without significantly weakening the team. Man City has only made one signing, acquiring winger Savinho from sister club Troyes. They bid farewell to several players, mainly squad fillers who have permanently moved away. There is uncertainty surrounding Ederson’s future, with talks of a potential move to Saudi Arabia. This could mean Stefan Ortega might start the next game as the rotation goalkeeper or even as Man City’s No.1. Additionally, Julian Alvarez is anticipated to depart for Atletico Madrid in a significant transfer deal. The recent success will be an excellent boost for Manchester United; despite some injuries, they have a strong squad with critical players like Burno Fernandes.
At the same time, Key players like Leny Yoro’s absence due to injuries might be lacking for them. Ten Hag has managed to hold onto his position as the manager of Man Utd despite all the rumors. His impressive victory over Man City at Wembley in May might have influenced this decision. The Red Devils have had a busy summer, seeing the departure of several players, including Raphael Varane, Anthony Martial, and Willy Kambwala. On the bright side, Man Utd has made two new signings, bringing Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro to the team. Unfortunately, Yoro sustained an injury during preseason and will be out of action for three months. Rasmus Hojlund will also be sidelined, although his absence will be shorter. As a result, Ten Hag is considering deploying Bruno Fernandes and Jadon Sancho as strikers in the absence of Hojlund for the upcoming game. Both teams have solid lineups and a competitive spirit. Manchester City would be looking for a comeback after their defeat in the FA Cup final, while Manchester United will aim to maintain their winning momentum against City. With the talent and determination on both sides, it’s likely to be an intense and closely contested match. Therefore, Manchester City will bounce back and win this game.
