Leicester vs Man City LIVE: Community Shield result, final score and reaction today
Follow all the fallout live from Wembley as the FA Cup winners beat the Premier League champions
Leicester City won the Community Shield on Sunday by defeating Manchester City at Wembley Stadium thanks to a late penalty from Kelechi Iheanacho.
The former Man City striker was fouled in the box after catching defender Nathan Ake on the ball, then stepped up to the spot to blast a finish past Zack Steffen – who got a hand on the effort.
Leicester seemed to be an afterthought heading in the pre-season fixture, which felt like it was more about Man City’s British-record signing Jack Grealish and a potential debut for the midfielder.
The England international joined Pep Guardiola’s team from Aston Villa for £100million this week and came off the bench at Wembley for his first appearance in sky blue.
Despite some impressive contributions, Grealish was unable to inspire Man City to break the deadlock, and it was Iheanacho who proved the match-winner with his late penalty heroics.
Many fans question the significance of the Community Shield, but it clearly meant a great deal to the Leicester City fans at Wembley, who roared upon hearing the final whistle. This trophy follows the FA Cup win by Brendan Rodgers’ side in May, secured with a victory over Chelsea at the same stadium. Relive the action below.
Late Leicester penalty secures Community Shield win over Man City as Jack Grealish debut raises questions
After so much concentration on Jack Grealish, and what he can do for Manchester City, Pep Guardiola’s side lose concentration in what they do best.
A simple Rodri pass was misplaced to put Nathan Ake in danger, and effectively gift the Community Shield to Leicester City. Kelechi Iheanacho picked himself up after being fouled and smashed in the subsequent penalty.
Brendan Rodgers’s side were good value for a 1-0 win that will lead to renewed discussion over the value of City’s business – and what they need.
Late Leicester penalty secures Community Shield win over Man City
Leicester 1-0 Man City: The Foxes followed their FA Cup triumph with another piece of silverware
Kelechi Iheanacho penalty wins Community Shield for Leicester
Jack Grealish made his Manchester City debut from the bench but it was another substitute, Kelechi Iheanacho who won the Community Shield for Leicester.
Kelechi Iheanacho penalty wins Community Shield for Leicester
British record signing Jack Grealish was named among the City substitutes at Wembley.
Reaction from Leicester’s Harvey Barnes
It’s been a tough few months for me and unfortunately I had to watch the FA Cup final.
“To be part of this day is amazing. Was it a penalty? It’s hard to see from where I was.
“We did practice penalties a little bit in the week. It was a chance to win more silverware and we’re over the moon with the win.”
Leicester win the Community Shield!
Kasper Schmeichel lifts the Community Shield and hoists it aloft in front of his Leicester teammates. The cheers go up and the confetti comes out.
Leicester take first blood in the 2021-22 season. They are the Community Shield Champions.
Leicester 1 - 0 Man City
The Leicester fans are buzzing inside of Wembley. As is Harvey Barnes who has a wide smile on his face as he speaks to ITV. He says Leicester didn’t approach this game as a friendly and desperately wanted to win more silverware.
Leicester 1 - 0 Man City
Kelechi Iheanacho celebrates his winning goal for Leicester City who add the Community Shield to their trophy cabinet.
Full-time: Leicester 1 - 0 Man City
90+4 mins: Leicester City win the Community Shield! This is the first time they’ve won the Community Shield at Wembley. Kelechi Iheanacho’s penalty kick was the difference between the teams.
Leicester 1 - 0 Man City
90+2 mins: The Leicester City fans are in full voice now. They think they’ve got this one in the bag. The Foxes are holding onto possession, running down the clock. Fine game management.
Leicester 1 - 0 Man City
90 mins: There’s going to be four minutes of added time to play. Man City need to score to take the match to penalties.
GOAL! Leicester 1 - 0 Man City (Iheanacho, 89’) ⚽️
89 mins: Iheanacho scores! Leicester are in front at Wembley. They’re a couple of minutes away from winning the Community Shield.
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