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Community Shield Moves to Cardiff for 2026 Match

3/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The 2026 Community Shield will be held at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on August 16 because Wembley is unavailable August 14–19 due to The Weeknd concerts.
Since 2007 Wembley has hosted the Shield, with relocations in 2012 to Villa Park for the Olympics and in 2022 to King Power Stadium for the Women's European Championship final.
Crystal Palace is the current holder after defeating Liverpool in the 2025 Community Shield.

History

Historical Context

The 2012 FA Community Shield, held at Villa Park due to the London Olympics, marked a significant venue shift for the event, which has traditionally taken place at Wembley Stadium since 2007. The Football Association's decision to relocate reflects historical adaptability, as past events have also seen venue changes when necessary, emphasizing the importance of venue availability in major sporting events and their economic implications.

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Story summary

The 2026 Community Shield will be held at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on August 16 because Wembley is unavailable August 14–19 due to The Weeknd concerts.
Since 2007 Wembley has hosted the Shield, with relocations in 2012 to Villa Park for the Olympics and in 2022 to King Power Stadium for the Women's European Championship final.
Crystal Palace is the current holder after defeating Liverpool in the 2025 Community Shield.

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