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Man City boss Pellegrini to AXE Hart for Community Shield

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini is set to axe Joe Hart for today's Community Shield against Arsenal. The Mail on Sunday says Pellegrini is preparing to make the first big call of the new season by leaving out England goalkeeper Hart for Sunday's Community Shield clash against Arsenal.

Pellegrini, who won the title in his first season at City, wants to start with £6million summer signing Willy Caballero in goal at Wembley.

Although Hart is seen as one of the most commanding goalkeepers in Europe, Pellegrini admires Caballero's kicking and ability to sense danger, which fits in with the defensive high line the manager wants his team to play.

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