Italy – Sep 16: AC Milan boss Ruben Amorim watches the Europa League 2026/27 opening match versus SL Benfica at San Siro. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Amorim brushed aside tactical chatter, declaring each fixture special and handing debuts to Francesco Camarda and Fikayo Tomori against RB Salzburg.
Kick‑off is set for 17:45 UK time (18:45 CEST) at Salzburg’s Red Bull Arena.
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Pressure mounts on the Rossoneri after a 2‑0 home loss to Benfica in the opening Europa League tie and three draws in their last four Serie A outings.
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“Each match matters, our fans are extraordinary, and they expect us to win,” Amorim told Sky Sport Italia.
The lineup lists a three‑man backline, yet we’ve already shown we can shift to four when needed.
“There’s nothing better to dissect! The details matter less than our principles – we simply play our football.”
Tomori returns straight into action, earning his season debut after being sidelined this summer.
“I talk to every squad member; he’s seasoned, and I told them months ago that if he remained, he’d be just another player on the pitch.”
Saelemaekers and Gabbia face long‑term layoffs, sidelined for two to three months.
Tonight’s rotation grants Camarda his first start after just a few minutes this campaign, while Hutchinson’s lone start ended at halftime versus Benfica.
It marks Camarda’s maiden European start and his first appearance in 282 days.
“Wearing the Milan shirt feels natural and special, home or abroad. He’ll surely contribute tonight,” Amorim concluded.