Ruben Amorim Laughs as Bournemouth Fans Chant After 3-0 Milan Loss

AFC Bournemouth secured a 3-0 victory over 10-man AC Milan at the Vitality Stadium on October 22, 2026, marking their third consecutive win in the UEFA Europa League. Bournemouth supporters chanted at Milan head coach Ruben Amorim, recalling a previous 3-0 defeat he suffered while managing Manchester United in December 2024.

Penalties and Red Cards Define the First Half

Bournemouth controlled the early stages of the contest played in heavy rain. The opening breakthrough arrived via a video assistant referee review that confirmed the ball struck Koni De Winter’s raised hand inside the penalty area. Justin Kluivert converted the resulting spot-kick into the bottom corner to give the hosts the lead. Shortly after, Milan goalkeeper and captain Mike Maignan received a red card for striking Tyler Adams in the face during a corner kick scramble. The dismissal forced Milan to play with 10 men for more than an hour. Substitute goalkeeper Lorenzo Torriani immediately faced a second penalty awarded to Bournemouth, which Marcus Tavernier converted to double the home side’s advantage before halftime.

Late Goals Seal Historic Margin

With a numerical advantage, Marco Rose’s team maintained pressure throughout the second half. Amine Adli completed the scoring late in the match with a direct free kick, securing a 3-0 final scoreline. The result made Bournemouth the first English side to win its opening three European matches of a campaign since 1973. Meanwhile, the defeat leaves AC Milan with just three points from their first three matches in the 2026-27 Europa League league phase, placing them 24th in the standings.

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As the final whistle approached at the Vitality Stadium, the home supporters directed the “Ruben Amorim, it’s happened again” chant toward the Milan bench. The Portuguese tactician responded with a smile and a chuckle. Italian press coverage on Friday morning focused heavily on Maignan’s dismissal as the Rossoneri attempt to salvage their European campaign.

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