Liverpool lost to Crystal Palace in the Community Shield, finishing 2-2 in normal time before succumbing 3-2 in a penalty shoot-out. Dean Henderson made crucial saves, denying Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister and Harvey Elliott. The match marked the third consecutive season where the Community Shield was claimed by a team that conceded first. Liverpool had positive moments, with new signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scoring in their debuts. Liverpool's summer spending approached £300m, positioning them as title favorites in 28.2% of season simulations.
"We are Liverpool, the pressure is always on. Even if we bring ten players in, or no players in, there is always pressure when you wear a Liverpool shirt."
"Liverpool's summer spending is edging towards the £300m mark, with Slot's team reportedly exploring moves for Alexander Isak and Palace's Marc Guehi."
"Ekitike's strike after three minutes and 48 seconds was the earliest goal in a Community Shield since Gary McAllister scored in the second minute of the 2001 showpiece."
"Indeed, for a third consecutive season, the Community Shield has been won by the side that conceded first, with all of those teams winning via penalties."
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