Community Shield winners
Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 in the FA Community Shield in Cardiff on 16 August 2026, claiming the traditional season curtain‑raiser. The victory gives Arsenal a tangible trophy lift and positive momentum as the squad finalises preparations for the Premier League opener later this month.
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City fall short in Shield
Manchester City were beaten 0-3 by Arsenal in the FA Community Shield in Cardiff on 16 August 2026. The result hands the curtain‑raiser to Arsenal; City will use the outing as part of final preparations, focusing on adjustments and fitness ahead of the new Premier League season.
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Anfield double vs Como
Liverpool staged two outings against Como on 16 August 2026: a behind‑closed‑doors session that finished 0-0 plus a public friendly at Anfield which ended 2-0 to Liverpool. The pair of matches offered valuable minutes to squad members and a final chance to test combinations before the league campaign.
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Spurs draw Hoffenheim
Tottenham Hotspur played Hoffenheim to a 2-2 draw on 16 August 2026 in a summer friendly. The match, listed among clubs’ pre‑season results, provided opportunities for rotation and assessments of squad fitness and form as Spurs complete their final preparations for the upcoming Premier League season.
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Magpies held by Strasbourg
Newcastle United were held to a 1-1 draw by Strasbourg on 16 August 2026 in a pre‑season friendly. The result provided match practice for the squad and a chance for coaching staff to evaluate fitness levels and tactical adjustments ahead of the competitive season kick‑off.
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Forest down Brest 2-0
Nottingham Forest defeated Brest 2-0 on 16 August 2026 in a pre‑season friendly, a result that will boost match sharpness and confidence ahead of the Premier League start. The fixture offered a useful run‑out as the club finalises selection and fitness checks for the opening weeks.
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