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Aug 2, 2015 at 3pm UK
 
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Arsenal fan shocked after catching Jose Mourinho's runners-up medal
A 10-year-old Arsenal supporter admits that he was in shock after Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho threw his runners-up medal to him after the Community Shield at Wembley.
Aug 5, 13:29
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John Terry hopes Community Shield defeat will lift Chelsea
Chelsea's loss to Arsenal in the Community Shield could act as a "boost" before the Premier League season begins, claims captain John Terry.
Aug 4, 03:58
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FA concedes Wembley pitch was not up to standard for Community Shield
The Football Association concedes that the Wembley pitch was not up to standard for the Community Shield after both Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger criticised the surface.
Aug 3, 13:29
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Arsenal's Hector Bellerin: 'Beating Chelsea takes weight off our shoulders'
Hector Bellerin says that ending a four-year drought against Chelsea is a weight off Arsenal's shoulders.
Aug 3, 12:26
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Aaron Ramsey: Pressure to win trophies "nothing new" for Arsenal
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey believes that there is "always pressure" on the Gunners to win trophies following their victory in the Community Shield.
Aug 3, 09:49
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Arsene Wenger: 'Petr Cech unnerved Chelsea players'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger claims that Petr Cech affected Chelsea's players as the Gunners lifted the Community Shield on Sunday.
Aug 3, 06:34
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Arsene Wenger hits back at Jose Mourinho claims
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger rejects the theory put forward by Jose Mourinho that he abandoned his attacking philosophy to beat Chelsea in the Community Shield.
Aug 3, 01:51
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John Terry: 'Chelsea missed Diego Costa'
Chelsea captain John Terry concedes that the Blues may have missed the talismanic qualities of Diego Costa in their Community Shield defeat to Arsenal.
Aug 3, 01:35
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Jose Mourinho hits out at Arsene Wenger over defensive tactics
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho says that Arsenal counterpart Arsene Wenger abandoned his attacking philosophy in the Gunners' Community Shield win at Wembley.
Aug 3, 01:01
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John Terry: 'Arsenal defeat means nothing'
John Terry says that reading too much into Chelsea's Community Shield defeat to Arsenal would be a mistake.
Aug 3, 00:13
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Aaron Ramsey: 'Arsenal can beat big boys now'
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey says that the Gunners' 1-0 Community Shield win over Chelsea is a sign that they can challenge the best teams.
Aug 2, 23:18
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Pat Nevin: 'Arsenal break Chelsea hoodoo with Community Shield win'
Arsenal have landed a psychological blow on Chelsea after their Community Shield win, according to Pat Nevin.
Aug 2, 19:18
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Arsene Wenger: Jack Wilshere to miss "a matter of days"
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that Jack Wilshere will only miss "a matter of days" after picking up a knock in training.
Aug 2, 18:58
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Chelsea's Jose Mourinho throws Community Shield medal into crowd
A 10-year-old Arsenal fan reportedly catches Jose Mourinho's runners-up medal, which the Chelsea boss had thrown into the Wembley crowd.
Aug 2, 17:56
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Jose Mourinho: "We were the best team"
Despite losing 1-0, Jose Mourinho claims that his Chelsea players were better than their Arsenal counterparts in the Community Shield.
Aug 2, 17:48
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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: "The real work starts next week"
Match-winner Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain attempts to play down the significance of Arsenal's Community Shield triumph over Chelsea.
Aug 2, 17:40
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Per Mertesacker: 'Confidence high in Arsenal camp'
Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker claims that the summer arrival of Petr Cech has given his side a "huge boost" heading into the new campaign.
Aug 2, 17:37
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Arsene Wenger critical of Wembley pitch
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says that his side's pre-season preparations have gone "quite well", with just one week to go before the Premier League campaign gets underway.
Aug 2, 17:26
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain delighted to extend winning Wembley run
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain admits that he would like to "contribute more goals this season" for Arsenal after scoring the winner in the 2015 Community Shield.
Aug 2, 17:14
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Radamel Falcao on for Chelsea debut
Radamel Falcao comes on for his competitive debut as a Chelsea player during the Community Shield against Arsenal at Wembley.
Aug 2, 16:04
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Jermaine Jenas: 'Chelsea, Arsenal to battle for Premier League title'
Jermaine Jenas believes that the 2015-16 Premier League title will be won by either Arsenal or Chelsea.
Aug 2, 15:17

The Match

Player Ratings

Sports Mole rates the performances of the players on show during this afternoon's Community Shield between Arsenal and Chelsea.

Analysis

Sports Mole looks back at Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Chelsea in the 2015 Community Shield meeting at Wembley.

Match Report

For the first time ever, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger sees his side get the better of a team managed by Jose Mourinho in the Community Shield.

Live Commentary

Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Chelsea in the 2015 Community Shield at Wembley.

HT Report

A 24th-minute strike from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain gives Arsenal a slender advantage over London rivals Chelsea in the Community Shield.

Team News

Petr Cech makes his competitive Arsenal debut in today's Community Shield against former employers Chelsea.

Preview

Sports Mole previews Arsenal and Chelsea's clash in the Community Shield at Wembley Stadium.

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Build-up
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Dietmar Hamann tips Arsenal to win Community Shield
Dietmar Hamann believes that Arsenal will edge out Chelsea in this afternoon's Community Shield clash at Wembley.
Aug 2, 14:55
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Arsene Wenger: "I have difficult decisions to make"
Arsene Wenger concedes that he found it difficult to select which players will start the Community Shield.
Aug 2, 14:41
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Chelsea's Diego Costa out of Community Shield with hamstring problem
Jose Mourinho reveals that Diego Costa is not playing in the Community Shield due to "discomfort in his hamstring".
Aug 2, 14:16
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Chelsea unveil 2015-16 squad numbers
Chelsea reveal their squad numbers for the new Premier League season, which includes Radamel Falcao taking on the number nine shirt.
Aug 2, 13:52
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Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic eyes "psychological" edge over Arsenal
Branislav Ivanovic believes that beating Arsenal in the Community Shield could give Chelsea a mental boost ahead of the new Premier League season.
Aug 2, 13:42
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Arsene Wenger: Community Shield clash "will not be a friendly"
Arsenal will not be viewing today's Community Shield as a friendly match, according to manager Arsene Wenger.
Aug 2, 13:31
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Nemanja Matic: 'Chelsea ready to face Arsenal'
Despite not winning any of their pre-season friendlies, Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic says that his side are "prepared" to take on Arsenal in the Community Shield.
Aug 2, 13:21
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Arsenal's Jack Wilshere out of Community Shield?
An injury will reportedly prevent Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere from playing in the Community Shield against Chelsea.
Aug 2, 13:07
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Paul Merson expects Arsenal to win Community Shield
Arsenal will beat Chelsea and win the Community Shield tomorrow, according to former attacker Paul Merson.
Aug 1, 17:10
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Arsene Wenger "confident" of Arsenal success in new season
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits that he is "confident" his team can have a successful season in the 2015-16 campaign following their FA Cup triumph.
Aug 1, 06:05
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Jose Mourinho takes jibe against Arsene Wenger ahead of Community Shield
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho admits that he would question himself if he had suffered Arsene Wenger's poor run of form against him and his side.
Aug 1, 02:52
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Per Mertesacker hoping for Wembley magic again as Arsenal take on Chelsea
Per Mertesacker says that Arsenal can beat Chelsea in the Community Shield to maintain their impressive record at Wembley.
Aug 1, 00:05
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Arsene Wenger: 'I tried to sign Petr Cech before Chelsea'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that he tried to sign goalkeeper Petr Cech before the Czech international joined Chelsea in 2004.
Jul 31, 22:57
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Kurt Zouma: 'Playing Arsenal is always an important game'
Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma insists that playing against Arsenal is "never a small game" as the two London teams prepare to meet in the Community Shield on Sunday.
Jul 31, 16:50
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Chelsea's Diego Costa, Gary Cahill fit to face Arsenal in Community Shield
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho confirms that Diego Costa and Gary Cahill are fit for Sunday's Community Shield match against Arsenal at Wembley.
Jul 31, 14:37
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Cesc Fabregas claims negative fans won't stop him loving Arsenal
Chelsea centre-midfielder Cesc Fabregas admits that he still loves Arsenal despite boos from Gunners fans last season.
Jul 29, 05:40
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TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Arsenal33235577265174
2Liverpool33228375324374
3Manchester CityMan City32227376324473
4Aston Villa34206871502166
5Tottenham HotspurSpurs32186865491660
6Newcastle UnitedNewcastle321551269521750
7Manchester UnitedMan Utd32155124748-150
8West Ham UnitedWest Ham34139125463-948
9Chelsea31138106152947
10Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton321111105250244
11Wolverhampton WanderersWolves33127144653-743
12Fulham34126165054-442
13Bournemouth33119134860-1242
14Crystal Palace3399154256-1436
15Brentford3498175259-735
16Everton33108153448-1430
17Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest3479184260-1826
18Luton TownLuton3467214775-2825
19Burnley3458213769-3223
20Sheffield UnitedSheff Utd3337233188-5716


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