Ashton United Overview

Greatest boyhood club swansongs in football history

The romance of returning to where it all began can often be impossible to ignore, and in some cases, can serve as the perfect cap for a remarkable career

Milan, Amorim: "Everyone was nervous, including the fans. It was not easy"

The Portuguese manager reiterated the difficulties faced against Benfica in the Europa League.

AC Milan v SL Benfica - UEFA Europa League 2026/27 League Phase MD1

Amorim calls out Milan mentality after Benfica collapse

Ruben Amorim has admitted he is unsure if AC Milan are suffering from a "mental issue" after his side slumped to a disappointing 2-0 home defeat against Benfica. The Rossoneri’s Europa League campaign got off to the worst possible start at San Siro, leaving the Portuguese coach facing immediate questions over his tactical approach and team selection.

Milan's European nightmare! Amorim's rotation backfires as Benfica claim historic win

Ruben Amorim is already facing intense scrutiny after a heavily rotated AC Milan side stumbled to a 2-0 Europa League defeat against Benfica at San Siro. The Rossoneri struggled to create meaningful chances as the Portuguese giants secured a historic first-ever victory over their Italian rivals.

Video: Benfica stun Milan with a brace at the San Siro, igniting the Rossoneri's European crisis

A painful defeat

Souffian El Karouani is immediately worth his weight in gold on his full debut in Benfica’s starting XI

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
11	Alfreton Town	9	4	0	5	15	10	5	12	L W L W L
12	Whitby	9	4	0	5	14	24	-10	12	W L W L L
13	Ashton United	9	3	2	4	10	9	1	11	L L L D D
14	Hyde United	9	3	2	4	10	17	-7	11	L W D L L
15	Emley	9	2	4	3	8	15	-7	10	L L D D D

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