Following Arsenal’s 4-1 penalty shootout victory over Manchester City in the FA Community Shield, England midfielder Declan Rice revealed that winning trophies with Arsenal had been part of his vision.
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The match ended 1-1 after regular time, with City’s substitute Cole Palmer putting them ahead in the 77th minute and Leandro Trossard equalizing for Arsenal in added time.
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During the shootout, all four of Arsenal’s kicks were successfully converted, while Kevin De Bruyne and Rodri missed their shots for City.
In his post-game comments, Rice expressed his determination to continue improving throughout the season, stating, “This is what I envisioned when I joined the club, winning trophies.”
He also mentioned that the team’s manager had emphasized the importance of treating each match as a mini-game, acknowledging the continuous changes and challenges they face.
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Filled with excitement, Rice expressed his satisfaction with his growth during the three weeks he had been with the club and his eagerness to keep progressing.
With this victory, Arsenal extended their record to 17 FA Community Shield titles, while Manchester City’s tally remained at six wins in the competition.
