Benfica extend winning run as they outclass Milan in Europa League

Benfica travelled to the San Siro on Tuesday and beat Milan 2‑0 in the opening group match of the Europa League, with goals from Lukebakio and Kamiński securing three points and extending the Portuguese side’s winning streak to eight games this season.

Goals and key moments

The photograph accompanying the report was provided by Esporte News Mundo. The opening round of the Liga Europa saw Benfica visit Milan at the San Siro and emerge victorious.

Lukebakio made his impact early, forcing a save from goalkeeper Mike Maignan before finding space to fire a low shot into the corner in the 15th minute. The strike gave the visitors a 1‑0 lead. It was described as a ‘golaço’ for Benfica.

Milan threatened shortly after, with Sudakov rattling the post at the 23rd minute after a defensive lapse. Three minutes later Omari Hutchinson unleashed a long‑range effort that forced Benfica keeper Trubin into action. Serbian forward Jashari also created a chance just before the half‑hour mark, but the first half ended with Benfica ahead.

The second half opened quickly; eight minutes in, Kamiński completed a cross from El Karouani and slotted the ball home to double the lead. Christian Pulisic tested Trubin from close range in the 15th minute, while Adrien Rabiot struck from distance in the 28th, both denied by the Portuguese goalkeeper. Milan continued to press, with Pulisic’s later shot heading for the corner before Trubin produced another fine save.

Future fixtures for both clubs

Ruben Amorim suffered his first official defeat while in charge of Milan, as his side struggled to match the superior performance of the visitors. The Portuguese side now turn their attention to the domestic classic against Porto on Sunday at 16:30 in the Estádio do Dragão.

Milan’s next Serie A fixture is scheduled for Sunday the 20th against Lecce at 15:45. Both clubs will look to bounce back from the result in their respective leagues.