Calafiori nets record 24-second strike as Arsenal upset City in Cardiff
Riccardo Calafiori scored after 24 seconds, setting a new Community Shield fastest-goal record as Arsenal beat Manchester City at the Principality Stadium.
In the season-opening Community Shield, Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori surged onto Myles Lewis-Skelly's pass and beat Gianluigi Donnarumma within 24 seconds, eclipsing the previous 1968 record. The goal gave the Gunners an early advantage over defending champions Manchester City. The match, held in Cardiff, puts Arsenal in a strong position to claim their 18th Shield title.
Why it matters
The goal sets a new Community Shield record and gives Arsenal early momentum in the new season.
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