Full List: Clubs with the most FA Community Shield titles
Manchester United remain the most successful club in the history of the FA Community Shield, having lifted the trophy 21 times since the competition was first contested in 1908.
The Red Devils won the inaugural Shield after beating Queens Park Rangers 4-0 in a replay at Stamford Bridge. The first meeting between the teams had ended 1-1 before United secured victory in the replay.
More than a century later, United remain comfortably ahead at the top of the all-time standings.
Arsenal are second with 17 titles, while Liverpool have won the competition 16 times. Everton occupy fourth place with nine victories, followed by Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on seven each.
The figures include titles that were shared after matches ended level under the competition's historical rules.
Manchester United's Community Shield Dominance
United's 21 triumphs have come across more than a century of competition.
Their most recent success came in 2016, when they defeated Leicester City 2-1 at Wembley under José Mourinho.
The club have also won the Shield several times since the beginning of the Premier League era, including victories in 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2013 and 2016.
United's record is even more notable because four of their 21 titles were shared following drawn matches.
Arsenal Close the Gap
Arsenal are the second-most successful club in Community Shield history with 17 titles.
Their latest triumph came in 2023, when they defeated Manchester City 4-1 on penalties after the match finished 1-1 at Wembley. Leandro Trossard's late equaliser forced the shootout before Arsenal prevailed.
The Gunners' 17 titles include 16 outright victories and one shared title.
Arsenal have therefore established themselves as one of the competition's dominant clubs and remain only four titles behind Manchester United.
Liverpool Complete the Top Three
Liverpool have won the Community Shield 16 times, placing them third in the all-time standings.
The Reds' most recent triumph came in 2022, when they defeated Manchester City 3-1 at the King Power Stadium.
Liverpool have five shared titles among their 16 overall successes, reflecting the competition's historical format before penalty shootouts became the standard method of deciding drawn matches.
Everton Hold Fourth Place
Everton sit fourth with nine Community Shield titles.
The Toffees enjoyed one of their strongest periods in the competition during the 1980s, winning the Shield in 1984, 1985, 1987 and sharing the trophy in 1986.
Their most recent success came in 1995, when they defeated Blackburn Rovers 1-0.
Manchester City and Tottenham on Seven
Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur have each won the Community Shield seven times.
City's most recent victory came in 2024, when they defeated Manchester United on penalties after a 1-1 draw at Wembley.
Tottenham's seven titles include four outright victories and three shared trophies. Their most recent success came in 1991.
Arsenal and Manchester City Set for 2026 Showdown
The 2026 Community Shield could change the historical standings, although neither club had added to its tally when this list was published on August 15.
Arsenal, the 2025/26 Premier League champions, will face Manchester City, the 2026 FA Cup winners, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Sunday, August 16.
Arsenal enter the match with 17 Community Shield titles, while City have seven.
A victory for Arsenal would move them to 18 titles, reducing the gap to Manchester United to three. A City victory would take the Premier League's 2026 FA Cup winners to eight titles, moving them clear of Tottenham.
Most Successful Clubs in FA Community Shield History
- Manchester United – 21 titles
- Arsenal – 17 titles
- Liverpool – 16 titles
- Everton – 9 titles
- Manchester City – 7 titles
- Tottenham Hotspur – 7 titles
- Chelsea – 4 titles
- Wolverhampton Wanderers – 4 titles
- Leeds United – 2 titles
- Leicester City – 2 titles
- Burnley – 2 titles
- West Bromwich Albion – 2 titles
The FA's historical records confirm Manchester United's position at the top, while Arsenal and Liverpool remain the closest challengers.
A Competition With More Than a Century of History
The Community Shield was first played in 1908, originally under the name Charity Shield.
The competition traditionally pits the reigning English league champions against the FA Cup winners and serves as the curtain-raiser for the new domestic season.
The Shield has also produced some memorable scorelines. One of the highest-scoring matches came in 1911, when Manchester United defeated Swindon Town 8-4.
The competition has evolved considerably since its creation, but its place on the English football calendar remains intact.
Key Takeaways
- Manchester United are the most successful Community Shield club with 21 titles.
- Arsenal are second with 17 titles.
- Liverpool have won the trophy 16 times.
- Everton have nine Community Shield titles.
- Manchester City and Tottenham have seven each.
- The 2026 Community Shield between Arsenal and Manchester City could alter the standings.
- The 2026 edition will be played at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on August 16.
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