AC Milan clashes with Torino on 23 August 2026. It is the Serie A season kickoff.
Manager Amorim emphasized to the media that the team has to win the first match. He stressed victory is an absolute requirement, not just something hoped for. He also backed the choice of Luka Modric. Modric cannot last the full 90 minutes because of fitness concerns.
Official team sheets show three Milan players will make their Serie A debut. Defender Gila will start. Defender Cisse will start. Midfielder Ramos joins the starting squad. The three players will make their appearance for their first league appearance of the campaign.