The Football Association (FA) says the Community Shield is “incomparable” to any other trophy as fans debate whether it is a major piece of silverware.
The one-off competitive fixture is recognised as a domestic ‘super cup’ by the FA – and a game that “captures the excitement” of the new football season.
“It has been highly regarded and supported by the participating clubs and football fans for many years,” said an FA spokesperson.
A major domestic trophy in England is considered to be the Premier League, FA Cup and the League Cup.
For fans, it depends on who you ask, and should their team win it, the trophy could be considered a major achievement.
For clubs, it is another chance to add silverware to their trophy cabinet before the new Premier League season starts.
The inaugural FA Charity Shield match – which evolved from the Sheriff of London Charity Shield – was held in 1908 at Stamford Bridge. First Division champions Manchester United overcame Southern League champions Queens Park Rangers 4-0 in a replay after a 1-1 draw.
United have won the season’s curtain-raiser the most times, 21 in total with four of them shared titles, and it was renamed the Community Shield in 2002.
Premier League champions Liverpool face FA Cup winners Crystal Palace on Sunday, 10 August at 15:00 BST.
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