AC Milan vs Benfica LIVE - Confirmed starting lineups & pre-match updates for Europa League clash
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The previous clash between these clubs took place in 2019!
AC Milan are all set to lock horns with SL Benfica for their opening league phase fixture of the UEFA Europa League 2026-27 campaign. The San Siro Stadium is all set to witness this entertaining outing.
AC Milan are enjoying an unbeaten run in the new season so far. They began their campaign with victories against Torino and Venezia. Ruben Amorim’s men were then held to a draw in their back-to-back Serie A games against Juventus and Lazio.
AC Milan need a better performance in both attack and defence, or the season is only going to get tougher for them moving forward. At home, they will be feeling a bit confident, but they must not take their opponents lightly.
The Marco Silva-led side have been on a phenomenal run of form since the beginning of the season. They have secured wins in all of their last five matches and will now be looking to begin the UEFA Europa League campaign on a positive note.
The Eagles have shown strong performances so far and have only conceded three goals in their last five games. Even though SL Benfica will be away from home, they are going to be full of confidence and are going to push for a win.
Players to Watch
Adrien Rabiot (AC Milan)
The 31-year-old Frenchman is going to have an important role to play in the midfield for AC Milan. He provided a crucial assist in the 2-2 draw against Lazio and will be eager to help his side on the European stage this time around. Adrien Rabiot’s work rate is going to be crucial for the hosts in the final third as well.
Vangelis Pavlidis (Benfica)
Vangelis Pavlidis is coming in after scoring a sensational brace for SL Benfica in their previous encounter against Gil Vicente. He has now scored three goals in the last two games for his side and will be looking to add more to his tally, but this time in the UEFA Europa League. The 27-year-old is going to be once again deployed as a sole striker and might threaten the opponent’s defence.
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