Ruben Amorim’s Era at Milan Kicks Off with a 7-0 Preseason Victory

Ruben Amorim has officially begun his tenure as AC Milan’s head coach with an emphatic 7-0 victory in a preseason friendly against Milan Futuro, the club’s B team. The match, held at Milanello, provided the Portuguese manager with an opportunity to start implementing his tactical ideas and assess the squad’s readiness ahead of the new season.

Amorim’s appointment marks a new chapter for Milan as they prepare for the upcoming Serie A campaign. The friendly against Milan Futuro, while not competitive, served as an initial test for the team under their new leadership. The Rossoneri demonstrated a dominant performance throughout the match, signaling a positive start to Amorim’s era at the club.

The game saw Milan take an early lead, going into halftime 2-0 thanks to goals from Serbian forward Filip Kostić and 19-year-old academy graduate Lorenzo Ossola. Kostić’s continued strong form was evident, as he impressed during training sessions and carried that momentum into the match. Ossola’s contribution highlighted the potential impact of younger players within Amorim’s setup.

In the second half, Amorim made several changes to the lineup, which did not affect the team’s dominance. Additional goals from Chukwueze, Pavlovic, Camarda, Loftus-Cheek, and Fofana extended Milan’s lead to a comprehensive 7-0 victory. Notably, the match featured Amorim’s preferred 3-4-3 formation, with Chukwueze deployed as a right winger, reflecting the tactical approach the coach intends to use moving forward.

This preseason outing allowed Amorim to begin embedding his football philosophy and assess the squad’s depth and versatility. The strong team performance and individual displays provide encouraging signs as Milan look to build momentum ahead of more competitive fixtures.

Looking ahead, Milan’s next challenge comes in the form of a preseason match against Celtic, scheduled for the following Saturday. This encounter will offer a sterner test of the team’s progress under Amorim. Following that, Milan is set to embark on a preseason tour in Australia and Indonesia, which will further prepare the squad for the demands of the Serie A season and other competitions.