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AC Milan’s Fresh Start: Everything You Need to Know About Their Season Opener Against Torino
Goncalo Ramos celebrates with Christopher Nkunku during pre-season. (Photo by James Worsfold/Getty Images)
What’s the Big Deal?
AC Milan kicks off their 2026-27 Serie A season this Sunday with a trip to Turin to face Torino. But this isn’t just any opening match—it’s the dawn of a completely new era for the Rossoneri (that’s Milan’s nickname, meaning "Red and Blacks").
Think of it like the first day of school with a new principal, new teachers, and half your classmates replaced by transfer students. Exciting? Yes. Unpredictable? Absolutely.
The Backstory: A Summer of Massive Change
Last season ended in huge disappointment. Milan spent most of the year in second place (that’s really good!) but collapsed at the finish line and missed out on the Champions League spots entirely. The club’s response? Clean house.
IMPORTANT POINT
The day after the season ended, Milan parted ways with:
- Massimiliano Allegri (head coach)
- Igli Tare (sporting director)
- Geoffrey Moncada (technical director)
- Giorgio Furlani (CEO)
That’s the entire senior leadership gone in one day.
Enter Ruben Amorim—the new head coach tasked with turning things around. He’s got a shiny new squad, a new backroom team, and a lot of expectations on his shoulders.
New boss Ruben Amorim watches from the sidelines in pre-season. (Photo by Peksi Cahyo/Getty Images)
Who’s In, Who’s Out: The Team News
Definitely Not Playing
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Rafael Leao | Injured (Amorim insists it’s not transfer-related) |
| Christian Pulisic | Not yet back to full match fitness |
| Diego Moreira | Too soon for the new signing |
| Fikayo Tomori | Not in Amorim’s plans—no squad number given |
| Youssouf Fofana | Not in Amorim’s plans—no squad number given |
| Christopher Nkunku | Not in Amorim’s plans—no squad number given |
| Santiago Gimenez | Not in Amorim’s plans—no squad number given |
IMPORTANT POINT
Four senior players—Tomori, Fofana, Nkunku, and Gimenez—have been told they’re not part of the future. They haven’t even been given squad numbers for the new season. That’s a very strong signal they’ll be sold or loaned out.
Expected to Start (The Big Names)
- Goncalo Ramos — The club-record signing will lead the attack
- Mario Gila — New centre-back, straight into the starting XI
- Luka Modric — The 40-year-old legend (yes, that Modric) running midfield
- Yunus Musah — Back from loan at Atalanta, trusted by Amorim
The Surprise Starter?
Alphadjo Cisse, a 19-year-old academy product, could get a shock start in attack with Leao and Pulisic unavailable. Talk about a debut!
Luka Modric—still going strong at 40. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/Getty Images)
Probable Lineups: How Both Teams Might Look
Both teams are expected to play a 3-4-2-1 formation (three defenders, four midfielders, two attacking midfielders, one striker).
Torino (Home)
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Lineup: Mascardi; Coco, Ismajli, Comuzzo; Pedersen, Fitz-Jim, Gineitis, Cacciamani; Vlasic, Casadei; Simeone.
AC Milan (Away)
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Lineup: Maignan; Gila, Gabbia, Pavlovic; Chukwueze, Modric, Musah, Estupinan; Loftus-Cheek, Cisse; Ramos.
NOTE: Bold names = new signings or players in new roles this season.
Club-record signing Goncalo Ramos—Milan’s new number 9. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)
How to Watch: TV & Streaming Info
| Region | Where to Watch |
|---|---|
| UK | TNT Sports 1 (TV), HBO Max (streaming), DAZN (streaming) |
| USA | Paramount+ (streaming) |
Kickoff: Sunday, 19:45 BST
Live Coverage: Football Italia Liveblog (pre-match, in-game, post-match)
Why This Match Matters: A Quick Summary
- First impression — Amorim’s competitive debut as Milan boss
- New-look attack — Ramos up top, possibly Cisse beside him, no Leao
- Midfield experiment — 40-year-old Modric + Musah = experience meets energy
- Defensive reset — Gila starts, Tomori frozen out
- Statement of intent — Milan need a win after last season’s collapse
KEY TAKEAWAY
This isn’t just three points. It’s the first chapter of the Amorim Era. A win builds belief. A loss? The pressure starts immediately.
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
Why is Rafael Leao not playing? Is he leaving?
Amorim has been crystal clear: it’s an injury, not transfer business. Leao stayed in Milan to recover. Whether he stays long-term is a separate story—but for Sunday, he’s simply hurt.
Who is Alphadjo Cisse and why might he start?
He’s a 19-year-old winger/forward from Milan’s academy. With Leao injured and Pulisic not fully fit, Amorim trusts him enough to throw him into the deep end. Big opportunity for the kid!
Luka Modric is 40. Why is he starting?
Because he’s Luka Modric. The Ballon d’Or winner, Champions League legend, and midfield maestro still pulls strings like few others. Amorim values his intelligence, leadership, and ability to control games—even in short bursts.
What does "not in Amorim’s plans" actually mean for Tomori, Fofana, Nkunku, Gimenez?
It means: train with the reserves, find a new club. No squad numbers = no pathway to the first team. Expect transfer moves before the window closes.
Is Goncalo Ramos really a club-record signing?
Yes! The Portuguese striker arrived for a fee reported to be Milan’s highest ever. He’s the focal point of the new attack. No pressure, Goncalo.
Final Thoughts
Milan vs. Torino. New coach. New signings. New formation. Teenage debutant. 40-year-old legend. Frozen-out stars. Club-record striker.
It’s chaos. It’s excitement. It’s Serie A.
Sunday night can’t come fast enough.
Follow all the action live on the Football Italia Liveblog. Forza Milan!