The Community Shield is an English football trophy that is played annually before the start of the Premier League season. It is also known by other names such as the Charity Shield, the Football Association Community Shield, or simply the Shield. The competition is contested between the winners of the previous season's Premier League and FA Cup, and serves as a curtain-raiser for the new season. The event is highly anticipated by football fans and has become synonymous with the start of the English football season. Additionally, it has also been referred to as the "Super Cup" and the "Season Opener" by some media outlets.