Chelsea vs Manchester City: Sergio Aguero hits 200th City goal as Guardiola’s side stroll past Chelsea.
Chelsea vs Manchester City, Community Shield: The traditional curtain-raiser in the form of Community Shield was won by Manchester City as Sergio Aguero’s brace helped Pep Guardiola’s side beat Chelsea 2-0. The gap in the preparation by the two teams seemed obvious despite the arrival of Maurizio Sarri as Blues manager and new signing Jorginho. Aguero struck confident goal in both halves to give City their first trophy of the season.
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And that's the final whistle. Sergio Aguero's brace helps Manchester City beat Chelsea 2-0 to win the Community Shield. Good start for the English champions while a lot of work to be done by Sarri's side. Chelsea players are applauding empty seats as unhappy fans have left the stadium.
Ross Barkley slides the ball across the area towards Abraham, who is blocked by Bravo before Moses piles in but can’t connect. Willian's corner is met by Toni Rudiger but the German doesn't really connect and City clear.
Aguero sets up play, passes it to Diaz, who couldn't resist having a go at the goal but misses the target.
Foden, who had a rather good game, is being substituted by Diaz. Foden leaves to a standing ovation.
Aguero was this close to scoring his third goal as he shoots from three feet away. But it bounces off Caballero.
Gabriel Jesus comes in for Mahrez for Manchester City. And with that it's drink breaks. City continue to dominate with Aguero looking dangerous.
It is Aguero's day at Wembley as he scores his second goal of the match to double City's lead. Aguero makes no mistake this time as he slides in Bernardo Silva's assist.
City got another chance to double their lead as Aguero gets in behind again. He pulls back for Phil Foden whose shot is not strong enough for Caballero.
Early chance for Aguero, who runs forward in hope of doubling his side's lead, but his shot goes wide.
Second half between Chelsea and Manchester City is underway. Sergio Aguero the difference between the two teams till now. Leroy Sane has been replaced by Ilkay Gundogan for Man City.
It could have been an embarrassing moment for Bravo, who let the ball bounce over him, if it had found the net. And with that, it's half-time in the battle between Blue shirts. Manchester City will look to maintain their 1-0 lead in the second half.
Chelsea are slowly starting to warm up as the match is about to reach half-time. Not a very good start but Chelsea are getting into the groove. A mini battle taking place between Hudson-Odoi and Kyle Walker.
Chelsea's Hudson-Odoi sends it wide, losing another chance of equalising, very similar to Morata's effort. He goes again, finds space to run into space in a more central position. His shot isn’t the best as City are able to maintain their lead.
Morata, who is wearing Jersey number 29 for the first time, attempts a shot at goal but it goes wide and his good build up goes to waste. He cuts in from the left and shoots over. Drinks break called by referee Jon Moss.
Twenty minutes into the game and English champions Manchester City continue to hold possession. Chelsea doesn't seem to be doing much on the field even though they win corner after Aguero's goal. Even though Sarri looks calm, David Luiz seems angry with his teammates.
Good finish by Aguero as Manchester City take 1-0 lead after ten minutes into the game. He drives hard and low into the bottom corner. This is Aguero's 200th goal for City
Not a very great start from Chelsea. City seem to be holding the possession with Bernardo Silva going forward into the box but pulls back as he doesn't find a teammate. Chelsea then gift a free-kick to their opponents.
First effort of the game comes from City’s Leroy Sane, who drags a shot wide from distance. Debutant Mahrez slams a shot into Alonso.
Chelsea vs Manchester City kickstarts at Wembley to a loud cheer. Chelsea given the first free-kick.
The players are out on the field, singing the national anthem. Few minutes before kickoff.
It is time for the Community Shield. The season is about to begin. Fans excited for the curtain-raiser. The trophy is out on display on the field.
Maurizio Sarri tells Des Kelly about the importance of Jorginho and the advice given to him by Pep Guardiola.
Less than half an hour to go for the kickoff.
Here is new coach Mauricio Sarri's Starting XI. He hands a Chelsea debut to Jorginho.
The Starting XI of Manchester City is out and Mahrez is debuting against Chelsea.
The squads for both the sides have arrived at Wembley.
Maurizio Sarri’s appointment as Chelsea manager, to replace Antonio Conte, who lifted the Premier League title in his first season two years ago, came as a bit of a hard pill to swallow for the fans. Much was reported about Conte’s tough relations with the management – Chelsea’s farewell message on the website to Conte was just 61 words. But after a pre-season that sprung up a few positives coupled with a few negatives, the fans still remain unsure on what Sarri brings to the table.
Writes Karan Parashant Saxena. Read full article.
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Community Shield match between FA Cup winners Chelsea and English champions Manchester City as the two raise the curtain for the new season. Even though it is just a pre-season trophy, for new Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri, the match is an opportunity to go past City manager Pep Guardiola and build faith among the fans.
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