Europa League firsts and first-half droughts: All the key stats from AC Milan 0-2 Benfica
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan’s game against Benfica was supposed to be a celebration of returning to the European stage, but instead negative records...
'It's a clear error' - Ex-refs chief fumes after re-analysing Sunderland penalty controversy
Sunderland were wrongfully awarded a penalty against AZ Alkmaar after Enzo Le Fee went down in the box.That is according to former PGMOL boss Keith...
Sky: Amorim’s position as Milan manager far from in doubt but ‘results are needed’
By: Oliver Fisher
Sky journalist Peppe Di Stefano has confirmed that there are absolutely no doubts regarding Ruben Amorim’s immediate future....
GdS: Disorganised and toothless – how Benfica ruthlessly exposed Milan’s flaws
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan were beaten 2-0 by Benfica at San Siro on Wednesday night, and it was a defeat in which all their shortcomings were...
Amorim appears to change stance on Milan transfers after Benfica defeat
Ruben Amorim appears to have shifted his stance on Milan’s transfer activity, acknowledging that some...
MN: Cardinale ‘far from happy’ and will meet Amorim for post-Benfica debrief
By: Oliver Fisher
Last night was not a pleasant one for AC Milan nor for Ruben Amorim, who suffered his first defeat since arriving against his...
Man City well placed to repeat Julian Alvarez success after scouting mission - verdict
Manchester City supporters are certainly still split on the club's decision to cash in on Julian Alvarez in the summer of 2024.The now-26-year-old...
Capello and Florenzi highly critical of Milan: “Two subs in the 45th minute every time”
By: Oliver Fisher
Both Fabio Capello and Alessandro Florenzi criticised AC Milan and head coach Ruben Amorim after the defeat to Benfica. Milan...
GdS: No goals or even shots – why Milan’s record signing Ramos is causing ‘alarm’
By: Oliver Fisher
There is a real risk that AC Milan’s club-record signing Goncalo Ramos could become a problem, if he isn’t already. As La...
Milan Boss Wishing For a Couple of Winter Additions
After avoiding losses thanks to admirable reactions in Serie A play, Milan couldn’t do the same versus Benfica midweek, falling for the first time...
Silva explains tactical approach for Benfica’s ‘historic’ win over Milan: “No point being afraid”
By: Oliver Fisher
Benfica boss Marco Silva was proud of how his side carried out their plan to a tee and were able to beat AC Milan at San Siro....
CorSera: Amorim guilty of ‘incomprehensible’ choices in Benfica loss – the reasons
By: Oliver Fisher
Ruben Amorim certainly hope for a better European debut as AC Milan coach. Instead, he saw his team get jeered off after losing...
Amorim willing to ‘adapt’ after Milan’s sluggish Europa League loss
AC Milan are now winless in their last three matches in all competitions, suffering their first defeat under Ruben Amorim against Benfica.
The post...
Multiple 4s rightly handed out: Player ratings for Milan-Benfica from Italian papers
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan fell short of the mark in their first European game of the season, losing 2-0 at home to Benfica. Dodi Lukébakio scored...
“There’s no need to get angry” – De Winter insists Milan are ‘confident’ about Amorim’s ideas
By: Oliver Fisher
Koni De Winter believes that AC Milan must not get ‘angry’ despite suffering their first defeat of the season against Benfica....
Tuttosport: Amorim provokes concern with worrying pre-match sentence
By: Oliver Fisher
Ruben Amorim hoped to walk off after his first European match in charge of AC Milan to applause, but instead he and his team left...
Conte Unlikely to Go to Fenerbahce amid Juventus Buzz
Antonio Conte was spotted in the stands at San Siro for Milan and Benfica and has been linked to Fenerbahce after Ismail Kartal suddenly resigned...
Musah believes only ‘small details’ need fixing: “There aren’t many things to change”
By: Oliver Fisher
Yunus Musah is not too alarmed despite AC Milan’s defeat against Benfica last night, insisting only ‘small details’ must be...
Benfica make Celtic sit up after remarkable AC Milan statement
Celtic will face a Benfica side in October that has just gone to the San Siro and beaten AC Milan 2-0. The Portuguese club are...
GdS: A ‘nightmare’ start – how Milan were ‘humiliated’ by ‘Benfica B’ at San Siro
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan endured a rough start to their Europa League campaign as they were beaten by Benfica at San Siro on Wednesday night. La...
Gallery: ‘Milan go missing’, ‘Amorim’s storm’ – Today’s front pages in Italy
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan suffered the worst possible start to their Europa League campaign as they were beaten 2-0 by Benfica at San Siro last...
Ruben Amorim questions AC Milan mindset after Europa League disaster against Benfica
Ruben Amorim questions AC Milan's mentality after a 2-0 Europa League loss to Benfica at San Siro following goals from Lukebakio and Kaminski.
Pulisic subs on as Milan humbled by Benfica in Europa League
AC Milan kicked off their Europa League campaign with a disappointing 2-0 home loss to Portuguese side Benfica.
Round-up: Benfica, Sunderland, Lyon sparkle on opening night
Benfica kicked off the 2026/27 UEFA Europa League with an impressive win at Milan, while Sunderland marked their return to Europe after a 53-year...
Benfica down Amorim's Milan away in league phase opener
Benfica claimed their first-ever victory over AC Milan on their seventh attempt (D2, L4) with a 2-0 UEFA Europa League win at the San Siro on...
Jashari defiant despite early European setback: “We have to believe in this project”
By: Oliver Fisher
Ardon Jashari still has full faith in where AC Milan are heading under Ruben Amorim, but admitted the team were ‘missing...
Saelemaekers: ‘Milan have no excuse’ for 2-0 defeat to Benfica
Alexis Saelemaekers warns Milan ‘have no excuse’ after the 2-0 loss to Benfica in the...
Saelemaekers insists Milan have ‘no excuse’ for Benfica loss after lacking ‘determination and grit’
By: Oliver Fisher
Alexis Saelemaekers believes AC Milan ‘prepared well’ for the game against Benfica, but mistakes ultimately derailed the night....
Big L to start Europa League adventure: Instant reaction to Milan 0-2 Benfica
By: Isak Möller
Lorenzo recorded his reaction to AC Milan’s defeat against Benfica straight after the full-time whistle, highlighting that it...
Amorim ‘ready to adapt’ as Milan sink against Benfica: “We’re not very organised”
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim has admitted that there are some frustrations emerging with how his side are approaching games....
AC Milan's European nightmare! Ruben Amorim's rotation backfires as Benfica claim historic win
AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim is under pressure after suffering a disappointing 2-0 home defeat to Benfica in their Europa League opener at San Siro.
Player Ratings: AC Milan 0-2 Benfica – Back three struggle; Ramos baffles
By: Isak Möller
AC Milan registered their first defeat of the season, showcasing really poor defending in the Europa League opener against Benfica....
UEL | Milan 0-2 Benfica: Nightmare start to Europa League
Milan had a nightmare start to the Europa League with a 2-0 home defeat to...
On video: Benfica stun Milan with a brace at the San Siro, igniting the Rossoneri's European crisis
AC Milan fell into the trap of defeat on their home ground and in front of their fans against their guests Benfica of Portugal by a score of 2-0,...
Souffian El Karouani is immediately worth his weight in gold on his full debut in Benfica’s starting XI
AC Milan have made a false start to the Europa League season. Rúben Amorim's side, who are nonetheless seen as serious contenders for the overall...
AC Milan 0-2 Benfica: Rossoneri suffer nightmare start to Europa League campaign
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan fell to defeat in the first game of their 2026-27 Europa League campaign, losing 2-0 to Benfica at San Siro. The tone...
Milan statistics a worry for Amorim with Conte watching at San Siro
Antonio Conte was in the stands for this evening’s match between Milan and Benfica, as...
Highlights, round-up: Benfica, Sunderland, Lyon sparkle on opening night
Benfica kicked off the 2026/27 UEFA Europa League with an impressive win at Milan, while Sunderland marked their return to Europe after a 53-year...
Why isn’t Christian Pulisic starting today for Milan vs Benfica in 2026-27 UEFA Europa League Matchday 1?
AC Milan are gearing up for their UEFA Europa League opener against Benfica, though American star Christian Pulisic is slated to begin the match on...
Amorim affirms desire ‘to help’ Milan but admits: “I don’t know if I’ll have the time”
By: Oliver Fisher
Ruben Amorim has claimed that he wants to help AC Milan build towards success, but he doesn’t know if he will be given the time....
Bartesaghi discusses Benfica challenge and his position: “More or less the same”
By: Isak Möller
Ahead of AC Milan’s opener in the Europa League, taking on Benfica at San Siro, Davide Bartesaghi spoke to the media about making...
AC Milan vs. Benfica: Live updates and commentary from the Europa League clash
By: Isak Möller
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Bartesaghi: ‘Milan have important players, they are ready against Benfica’
Davide Bartesaghi stands up for Ruben Amorim’s massive Milan squad rotation in the Europa League...
Official: Starting XIs for Milan vs. Benfica – five changes from Lazio draw
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim has named his starting line-up for the Europa League round one game against Benfica. Given that...
Europa League Liveblog: Milan vs. Benfica
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Europa League official line-ups: Milan vs. Benfica
Omari Hutchinson gets his first start for Milan against Benfica in the Europa League, with...
Sunderland v AZ, Milan v Benfica and more: Europa League clockwatch – live
⚽ Live updates from the 8pm BST kick-offs ⚽ European roundup: Inter roar back to beat Udinese⚽ Get in touch! Email Niall with any...
GdS: Hard work rewarded – Terracciano’s path from relegation to a chance in Europe
By: Oliver Fisher
Looking at the predicted line-ups for AC Milan’s Europa League opener against Benfica, Filippo Terracciano’s name is a bit of a...
AC Milan vs Benfica Predictions, Lineups, Odds & Tips: Eagles to emerge unscathed
Our expert offers his best AC Milan vs Benfica Predictions, Lineups, Odds & Tips for their Europa League clash this evening (16/09/2026)
Opta: Milan given less than 6% chance of Europa League success – the favourites
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan do not have a great chance of winning this season’s Europa League, at least if the ‘Opta Supercomputer’ is to be...
Six previous meetings without defeat: All the key stats ahead of Milan vs. Benfica
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan begin their 2026-27 Europa League campaign at San Siro, with over 65,000 fans expected for the visit of SL Benfica....
Rui Costa looks ahead to San Siro return for Milan-Benfica: “A mix of contrasting feelings”
By: Oliver Fisher
Tonight’s game between AC Milan and Benfica carries some extra meaning for a few involved, and Rui Costa is among them. Having...
Alberini discusses ‘fascinating’ Benfica match, impressions of Amorim and ‘decisive’ Pulisic
By: Oliver Fisher
Demetrio Albertini believes that the Europa League must be an arena for AC Milan’s younger players to shine. Milan are back on...
Scaroni offers brief comment as Milan delegation meet Benfica for lunch – video
By: Oliver Fisher
Paolo Scaroni offered a few words to journalists while meeting with a delegation from Benfica for the customary UEFA lunch. Milan...
Big opportunities and the ex returns: The five key battles in Milan vs. Benfica
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan and Benfica kick start their Europa League campaigns at San Siro tonight in a fixture that has only been a Champions...
GdS: ‘More than a derby’ – Amorim, Ramos and Moreira gear up to face old club Benfica
By: Oliver Fisher
It will be a special match for Rúben Amorim, Gonçalo Ramos and Diego Moreira tonight, all of whom are connected to Benfica. La...
“Two great teams” – Circati respects Milan but insists Benfica are coming to win
By: Oliver Fisher
Alessandro Circati has insisted that Benfica are coming to San Siro to try and win, in order to make an early statement in the...
CM: The chance to show €50m worth – why Amorim will start Hutchinson vs. Benfica
By: Oliver Fisher
Omari Hutchinson will certainly get some playing time in the Europa League against Benfica, and could even start. According to...
GdS: Predicted XIs for Milan vs. Benfica – no Pulisic, Modric, Moreira or Gila
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan are back on the European stage this evening after an absence of 18 months, as they take on Benfica at San Siro. Milan...
Benfica boss Marco Silva previews ‘very difficult’ Milan test: “A top-quality team”
By: Oliver Fisher
Benfica head coach Marco Silva expects a tough challenge against AC Milan in tonight’s Europa League opener at San Siro. Having...
CorSera: Why the Europa League is a ‘Plan B’ for Milan to achieve their true objective
By: Oliver Fisher
After a year and a half of absence, AC Milan will return to the European stage tonight at San Siro against Benfica. As Corriere...
GdS: ‘The trophy they’ve never won’ – Amorim to rely on youth to begin European mission
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan begin their Europa League campaign against Benfica tonight, a trophy they must look to target for a few reasons. As La...
Today’s Papers: Spalletti under fire, Milan kick off in the Europa League
La Gazzetta dello Sport Europe calls Milan back in the cup after 575 days Benfica...
Europa League: Milan vs. Benfica – Probable line-ups and where to watch on TV
Milan get their 2026-27 Europa League campaign underway with a visit from Ruben Amorim’s former...
Gallery: ‘Europe is calling’, ‘A game of history’ – Today’s front pages in Italy
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan get their 2026-27 Europa League campaign underway at San Siro tonight, facing Portuguese giants Benfica. Milan go into...
Ruben Amorim brushes off AC Milan criticism despite unbeaten start as Rossoneri gear up for Benfica showdown
Ruben Amorim discusses AC Milan criticism and European goals ahead of the Europa League clash with Benfica at San Siro.
How to watch today's AC Milan vs Benfica Europa League game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
Find out where to watch AC Milan vs Benfica in the Europa League, including TV channel, live stream options, kick-off time, team news, form guide...
AC Milan vs Benfica: Worldwide Europa League broadcasts and how to watch anywhere in the world with a VPN
Find out where to watch AC Milan vs Benfica in the Europa League, including TV channel, live stream options, kick-off time, team news, form guide...
AC Milan vs Benfica – Predicted lineup and team news
AC Milan begin their European campaign on Wednesday, welcoming Benfica to the San Siro for their first Europa League fixture of the season. The...
AC Milan vs Benfica – Match preview and team news
AC Milan will kick off their European journey on Wednesday, facing Benfica in their first Europa League match of the season at the San Siro. AC...
Manchester City monitor £18m Argentine goalkeeper
Manchester City transfer news: City have joined several European clubs in monitoring a 21-year-old River Plate goalkeeper, Santiago Beltrán,...
Milan-Benfica, Stadio San Siro (Milan)
Milan vs Benfica: all the latest UEFA Europa League League phase match information including stats, form, history, and more.
Celtic vs Ferencvaros: How to watch, TV channel, kick-off time and Supercomputer prediction
Celtic take on Ferencvaros this week as their Europa League journey gets underway for another campaign at Parkhead.Martin O'Neill's side have been...
Sky: Hutchinson, Jashari and Bartesaghi – Amorim expected to name several changes in Milan-Benfica
By: Ben Dixon
It seemed pretty likely that Ruben Amorim would make a few changes for the Europa League clash against Benfica. However, the AC Milan...
GdS: Stats, stars and Silva – the dangers that Milan will face against Benfica
By: Ben Dixon
AC Milan host Benfica at San Siro tomorrow night and it’s fair to suggest that it’ll be a big test as they re-enter the Europa...
View: Leeds player caused nightmares for £29m+ Newcastle summer signing
Noah Okafor scored a brilliant goal for Leeds United against Newcastle United on Monday.The Switzerland international started at Elland Road on 14...
Europa League preview: AC Milan vs. Benfica – Team news, opposition insight, stats and prediction
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan will begin their 2026-27 Europa League campaign when they face SL Benfica at San Siro on Wednesday night. Milan are...
Milan striker Ramos desperate to score against former club Benfica
AC Milan begin their Europa League campaign at home against Benfica, and Goncalo Ramos is raring to go against his boyhood club.
The post Milan...
Tuttosport: Cardinale expected to miss Europa League opener – Ibrahimovic ‘could be’ present
By: Ben Dixon
Tomorrow night, AC Milan will begin their Europa League campaign against Benfica in front of a packed San Siro crowd. The game...
Amorim reveals the secret behind preferring Milan over Benfica, and rejects "the bare minimum"
Portugal's Rúben Amorim, the manager of Milan, has stated that he does not believe in setting minimum targets at a club of Milan's size and...
Opposition insight for Milan-Benfica: Form, injuries, predicted XI and more
By: Oliver Fisher
There will be a Champions League flavour to AC Milan’s Europa League opener on Wednesday night as Benfica visit San Siro. The...
Insider shares exact fee behind latest Nottingham Forest transfer: 'They've messed up...'
Nottingham Forest have likely paid as little as £200,000 to sign Shamrock Rovers striker Michael Noonan in January.That is according to former...
Supercomputer predicts Sunderland's chances of winning Europa League
Sunderland are among the favourites to win the Europa League this season with Opta's supercomputer.The Black Cats are back on the continental stage...
Ramos: ‘I definitely want to score against Benfica, but I won’t celebrate’
Goncalo Ramos says that he is eager to prove his worth to the Milan supporters...
CM: Gabbia, Moreira, Hutchinson – clues from Milanello regarding Amorim’s Benfica choices
By: Oliver Fisher
Ruben Amorim offered some indications as to what his team might be for tomorrow night’s European debut against Benfica. The...
Ramos looks back on time at Benfica and responds to criticism: “The focus shouldn’t be on me”
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan striker Goncalo Ramos has responded to criticism regarding the fact he has only scored once, and looked back on his time...