FA Cup winners Crystal Palace upset Premier League champions Liverpool in Sunday’s Community Shield, with the Eagles prevailing on penalties after the two teams played out a back-and-forth 2–2 draw.
There was an energy to this fixture that rarely accompanies the unofficial curtain-raiser, with big-spenders Liverpool keen to lay down a very early marker. The Reds twice took the lead in the first half thanks to strikes from two new signings, but Palace remained in the contest heading into the final 20 minutes and were good value for their second equaliser.
The absence of extra-time meant, for the third year running, the contest was decided on penalties, and Dean Henderson produced more Wembley heroics to ensure Palace lifted this trophy for the very first time.
Here are the key takeaways from the game.
