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.
Sparta Prague kicked off their UEFA Europa League league phase campaign with a comfortable 4-1 victory away against Ararat-Armenia. The match marked one of two opening fixtures played simultaneously alongside Omonia Nicosia versus Celta Vigo.
Former Manchester United defender Henning Berg guided Omonia Nicosia to a famous 1-0 victory against Spanish side Celta Vigo in their opening match of the new UEFA Europa League season. Defender Jure Balkovec secured the historic win with a sensational long-range strike in the 88th minute.
Sunderland marked their highly anticipated return to European football with a historic 1-0 victory over AZ Alkmaar at a roaring Stadium of Light. Enzo Le Fee was the hero for the Black Cats, converting a second-half penalty to end a 53-year wait for a win in European competition.
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.
Crystal Palace could be boosted by the returns of Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah for their maiden UEFA Europa League fixture against Lech Poznan. Manager Pierre Sage confirmed that both attackers have resumed training and are in contention for Thursday's clash at Selhurst Park.
Juventus captain Gleison Bremer expressed his ambition to leave a lasting mark on the club ahead of their UEFA Europa League opener against NEC Nijmegen. Speaking to UEFA.com, the Brazilian defender praised manager Luciano Spalletti and targeted going all the way in Europe.
Ruben Amorim has insisted that intense scrutiny is simply part of the job at a club of AC Milan's stature as he prepares for a high-stakes Europa League opener. The Portuguese tactician faces a sentimental reunion with his former side, Benfica, while looking to kickstart the Rossoneri's continental campaign.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has made a high-profile return to AC Milan's training headquarters, ending a six-month absence from the club's daily operations. The legendary Swede was spotted at Milanello on Monday morning, marking his first appearance at the facility since a period of significant internal upheaval.
France Football has officially revealed the shortlist for the 2026 Men's and Women's Coach of the Year awards, highlighting the tactical masterminds who defined the last season. The nominations for the Johan Cruyff Trophy are heavily dominated by Spanish talent, reflecting a golden era for the nation’s coaching exports across Europe’s top leagues.
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