Ronnie Jones

The 1948 FA Charity Shield was the 26th edition of this annual English football match held on October 6, 1948, at Highbury, marking the return of the event after a hiatus due to World War II. Arsenal, winners of the 1947–48 Football League, triumphed over FA Cup winners Manchester United with a score of 4-3, featuring notable performances from Reg Lewis, Bryn Jones, and Ronnie Rooke, while United's efforts were bolstered by Jack Rowley and Ronnie Burke. The match attracted an attendance of 31,000, with Arsenal receiving the Shield from the Minister of Defence, A.V. Alexander.

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