Benfica defeats AC Milan 2-0 in Europa League opener

Benfica faced AC Milan this Wednesday, October 16, in the group stage of the Europa League and secured a 2-0 victory. This result marks the 'encarnados' debut in this competition and is the first defeat for Milan under coach Rúben Amorim.

The match took place at San Siro and was regarded as a tough challenge for Benfica. Throughout the game, Benfica was able to control much of the action and nullify the performance of Gonçalo Ramos, who was expected to be a key player for the Milanese side.

The goals that secured Benfica's victory came at crucial moments, highlighting the team's effectiveness in offensive situations. The match was characterized by a high number of fouls, leading to discussions about the refereeing.

The referee for the match, Jarred Gillett, received a positive rating, although it was noted that a yellow card was missing for Gonçalo Ramos, a point emphasized by critics of the officiating performance.

With this result, Benfica begins the Europa League group stage with high expectations, having already broken some of the historical difficulties they faced in clashes with Milan.

This victory is significant for the team's morale and for their supporters as they progress in European competitions, where Benfica seeks to establish a prominent position.