What happened. Davide Bartesaghi defended Ruben Amorim's heavy squad rotation for Milan's Europa League opener against Benfica. He said everyone called upon will be up to the task.

Milan face Benfica in their Europa League league phase opener.
Bartesaghi returns after injury; Terracciano, Jashari and Hutchinson start.
Benfica have never beaten Milan in European competition.

“These are all important players, so everyone who is called to feature will be up to the task”
— Davide Bartesaghi

Milan begin their Europa League campaign against Benfica, aiming to bounce back from two Serie A draws.

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