Amorim: Milan with ten men, impossible to win at Bournemouth
Ruben Amorim described it as “there was no game” for AC Milan against AFC Bournemouth, after the Rossoneri were reduced to ten men in the 28th minute and suffered a 3‑0 defeat at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth on October 22, 2026.
The first incident was Koni De Winter's handball, which awarded the opening penalty. Justin Kluivert converted from the spot, giving Bournemouth the early lead. Amorim recalled his poor record against the English side, already marked while on the Manchester United bench with another 3‑0 defeat.
Second half: red card and double penalties
In the 28th minute, Mike Maignan pushed Tyler Adams into the box, causing the goalkeeper's dismissal and a second penalty. Marcus Tavernier scored from the spot, doubling Bournemouth's advantage. The red card forced Amorim to reorganize the defence, shifting from three to five defenders under pressure.
In the end, Amine Adli settled the score with a free kick, bringing the result to 3‑0. With a three‑goal margin, the outcome could prove decisive for the Europa League group standings. The result was a harsh blow for Milan in Bournemouth.
Amorim's reactions
Coach Amorim said “The penalty on the corner and the red card changed everything, there was no game” to Sky Sport Italy, adding “We cannot do that”. “We didn’t have time to recover from the first penalty; the third goal made the comeback even harder,” he continued, irritated.
The coach highlighted the difference between the rotation he benefited from against RB Salzburg, which they won 4‑1, and the challenge against a Premier League club like Bournemouth. “I try to put the players in the most comfortable position and change the game with substitutions,” he explained, emphasizing the need to press at the right moment with one man fewer.
Amorim concluded that he now has to return to Milan to prepare for the next match against Udinese, recalling his first 100 days at the helm of Milan. “We will talk about everything when we get back,” he said, urging the squad to learn from these moments.