AC Milan competes against Torino on 23 August 2026. It is the Serie A season opener.
Manager Amorim stated to reporters that the team needs a victory in the first match. He insisted that victory is essential, not just a wish. He also defended the choice of Luka Modric. Modric cannot last the full 90 minutes because of fitness concerns.
Official line-ups show three Milan players make their Serie A debut. Defender Gila is in the main lineup. Defender Cisse will start. Midfielder Ramos is also in the lineup. The three players will step onto the pitch for their first league appearance of the campaign.