It is the final game for both teams ahead of the new Premier League Season.
Fans will no doubt be excited to see their teams and new signings in action, alongside the possibility of winning a trophy before the season begins.
Here is when the match is on and how to watch.
What time is the Community Shield?
The Community Shield kicks off at 3pm this afternoon, Sunday, August 10.
The game will take place at Wembley Stadium.
Who is in the Community Shield this year?
The 2025 Community Shield will be contested between Liverpool and Crystal Palace.
It is the first time Crystal Palace have appeared in the match after winning their first-ever piece of major silverware when they lifted the FA Cup last season.
Liverpool won the Premier League title in what was coach Arne Slot’s first season in charge, after replacing long-standing coach Jurgen Klopp.
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The Eagles are unbeaten in their last three trips to Anfield, drawing twice and winning once.
However, Liverpool bested Palace at Selhurst Park last October, narrowly winning 1-0.
Community Shield team news
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner confirmed midfielder Cheick Doucoure and striker Eddie Nketiah are set for spells on the sidelines, so they will miss the Community Shield.
Meanwhile, Adam Wharton, Marc Guehi and Nathaniel Clyne have all returned from injury.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been battling an illness but is expected to return, with goalkeeper Alisson rejoining the squad ahead of the fixture, having left Liverpool’s pre-season tour due to personal reasons.
Defenders Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley are out, meaning new signing Jeremie Frimpong is in line for a start.
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Tributes are also set to be paid to former Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who died in a car accident on July 3.
Wreaths will be laid and a period of silence will be observed before kick-off.
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What channel is the Community Shield on? How to watch
The Community Shield has been free for several years, having previously been on ITV, but this has changed for 2025.
This year, the FA Community Shield will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1, as well as being streamed through the TNT Sports or Discovery+ apps.
The coverage will start at 2pm.
