Match ReportFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 16 Sept 2026
Hutchinson handed first Milan start against Benfica
Omari Hutchinson makes his first start for Milan in their Europa League opener against Benfica.
O. Hutchinson
player
Competition
Europa League
Fixture
Milan vs Benfica
Milan debut
Substitute at the weekend
Benfica form
Seven wins in a row
What happened. Omari Hutchinson has been named in Milan's starting XI for their Europa League league phase opener against Benfica. Hutchinson, who joined on loan from Nottingham Forest with an option to buy, made his debut as a substitute at the weekend.
- Milan coach Ruben Amorim makes changes with Luka Modric and Adrien Rabiot rested.
- Benfica rotate with Alessandro Circati and Jonathan Tah returning.
- Benfica have never beaten Milan in European competition.
Milan seek a first win under Amorim, while Benfica aim to extend their winning run before facing Porto.
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