Events Today
Hull City and Manchester Utd contest first competitive penalty shootout
Manchester United defeated Hull City 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the Watney Cup semi-final, with the match becoming the first competitive fixture in English football to be decided by a penalty shoot-out. George Best scored the first-ever penalty, while Denis Law became the first player to miss one.
Manchester City Claim Charity Shield After Late Francis Lee Penalty
Manchester City lifted the 1972 FA Charity Shield with a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa, in one of the competition's most unusual editions. After First Division champions Derby County and FA Cup holders Leeds United both declined to participate, City and Third Division champions Villa were invited to contest the traditional season, which City won courtesy of penalty from Francis Lee.
Manchester United Win First Community Shield at New Wembley
Manchester United won the first Community Shield staged at the new Wembley, defeating Chelsea 3-0 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Ryan Giggs gave Sir Alex Ferguson's side the lead with a superb finish, but Florent Malouda marked his Chelsea debut with an equaliser just before half-time. Edwin van der Sar saved three consecutive spot-kicks before Wayne Rooney converted the winner.
Crowd Disorder Forces Burnley Friendly to Be Abandoned
Burnley's pre-season friendly against Bundesliga side Hannover 96 was abandoned at half-time on police advice after serious crowd disorder at Turf Moor. Ben Mee had given the Clarets the lead before away supporters were involved in violent incidents in the stands.
Agüero Double Fires Manchester City to Community Shield Glory
Manchester City defeated Chelsea 2-0 to win the 2018 Community Shield, with Sergio Agüero scoring both goals. His opener was the 200th of his City career, before he added a second early in the second-half as Pep Guardiola's side began the new season with another trophy.
Jack Grealish Completes Record-Breaking Manchester City Move
Manchester City signed Jack Grealish from Aston Villa for a British record £100 million. The England international became the most expensive British footballer in history, ending a 19-year association with his boyhood club.