Milan-Benfica LIVE: Amorim fields Moreira as starter in Europe

Milan‑Benfica LIVE: Milan under Rubén Amorim faces its Europa League debut against Benfica at the San Siro, after a comeback draw on Lazio’s ground, aiming to assert itself in the first leg before the international break.

Amorim has decided to make a few changes to the starting eleven: Diego Moreira, after scoring a brace, starts from the first minute, while Gonçalo Ramos remains on the bench and Pulisic could earn his first seasonal start.

Line‑ups and starting roles

The sheet shows MILAN (3‑4‑2‑1) with Maignan between the posts, defence composed of Terracciano, De Winter and Pavlovic, midfield of Chukwueze, Musah, Jashari, Moreira advancing, Hutchinson, Cisse and Gonçalo Ramos up front; BENFICA (4‑2‑3‑1) lines up Soares, defenders Bah, Circati, Lenglet and Dahl, midfield Barreiro and Joao Palhinha, attacking mids Rafa Silva, Sudakov, Prestianni and striker Pavlidis.

The match is refereed by Gillett; no cautions or expulsions were shown during the opening minutes of play.

This clash marks Milan’s first tour de force of the season, a crucial testing ground before the international break, which could define Amorim’s tactical setup for the upcoming competitions.