2018 Community Shield: Sarri Set For Baptism of Fire.

Chelsea’s new manager Maurizio Sarri will get his Baptism of Fire when Chelsea clash with Manchester City in this year’s Community Shield.

The Community Shield is an annual encounter between the English Premier League champions and FA Cup winners. The Community Shield marks the commencement of the new season, which kicks-off this Friday.

This is Sarri’s first competitive match since he took over the reins in Chelsea.

The Blues lost last season’s Community Shield to Arsenal by 4-1 on penalties after full time had ended 1-1..