Arsenal’s Calafiori sets 118-year record with fastest-ever Community Shield goal
Why This Matters
Key context: Riccardo Calafiori scored after just 23 seconds against Manchester City to give Arsenal a record-breaking start in the 2026 Community Shield. His strike became the fastest goal in the competition’s 118-year history, beating Liverpool legend Gary McAllister’s previous Cardiff record. Arsenal then doubled their advantage through Kai Havertz, giving Mikel Arteta’s side an impressive opening to the season. This development from timesofindia.indiatimes.com highlights ongoing changes in the sector.
Riccardo Calafiori scored after just 23 seconds against Manchester City to give Arsenal a record-breaking start in the 2026 Community Shield. His strike became the fastest goal in the competition’s 118-year history, beating Liverpool legend Gary McAllister’s previous Cardiff record. Arsenal then doubled their advantage through Kai Havertz, giving Mikel Arteta’s side an impressive opening to the season.
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