The Misleading Allure of the Community Shield The impending Community Shield clash between Arsenal and Manchester City is being touted as a dress rehearsal for the Premier League season, but history suggests we shouldn't be misled by this non competitive fixture.
For decades, the Community Shield has offered an early season glimpse into what's to come in the Premier League. However, time and again, the results have proven misleading.
Teams often defy expectations and confound pundits after Community Shield victories or defeats. The 1992 game between Leeds United and Liverpool is a case in point.