Amorim’s Milan beaten by Benfica, Sunderland make dream European return
AC Milan slipped to their first defeat under Ruben Amorim with a 2-0 loss, while Sunderland clinched a 1-0 victory over AZ Alkmaar after a 53-year absence.
AC Milan suffered their first loss under manager Ruben Amorim with a 2-0 home defeat to Benfica in the Europa League opener. The Portuguese side dominated the match, scoring a goal in the 16th minute through Dodi Lukebakio and extending their lead to 2-0 with a second goal from Jakub Kaminski. Milan failed to capitalize on their numerous chances, with Enzo Le Fee's penalty proving decisive in their 1-0 victory over AZ Alkmaar.
Sunderland, making a rare return to European competition after a 53-year absence, secured a 1-0 win over AZ Alkmaar thanks to a penalty from Weslley Patati. Lyon overcame their Champions League play-off loss to Fenerbahce with a 2-1 win over Anderlecht, while Bayer Leverkusen defeated Slovenian champions Celje 2-0.
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