I agree that the players might not care TOO much about it, but it's a great boost for the start of the season if you can win it IMO.
Also - without trying to be a smart arse - I just looked on the Scum 'trophy room' (I had to go on their awful shitty site) and they've listed all of their charity shield wins on there.
I think we could do with the extra metal, and I think we'll throw out a decent side. Whether its to win the match or for experimentation is Bobby's shout.