LASK vs Liverpool Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | UEFA Champions League 2026-27
The Reds dominated the proceedings when these clubs last met!
Linzer Athletik-Sport-Klub (LASK) are all set to lock horns with Liverpool FC for their second league phase clash of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 season. Raiffeisen Arena is all set to witness this intense outing between these sides.
Die Laskler have underperformed in their last four matches. They are winless in their recent games. This will put some pressure on them from the start.
Their start to the new UCL campaign was not quite what they would’ve wanted. LASK Linz were handed a 0-1 loss at the hands of AEK Athens.
Their efforts in the final third were not good enough. They will now be looking to put in a better performance this time around. Being at home is going to be an advantage for Dietmar Kühbauer’s men, but they must put in a lot of hard work to survive this tough challenge.
On the other hand, Andoni Iraola’s men initiated their UEFA Champions League 2026-27 campaign with a 2-1 victory against Atletico Madrid. They were down by an early goal, but made a comeback to secure three important points. The Reds will now be keen to extend their winning run in the European competition.
Liverpool FC might be away from home, but with their squad quality and play style, they are likely to have a strong chance to bag three points.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Linz, Austria
- Stadium: Raiffeisen Arena
- Date: Wednesday, October 14
- Kick-off Time: 10:15 pm IST/ 04:45 pm GMT/ 12:45 pm ET/ 09:45 am PT
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
LASK: W-L-L-D-L
Liverpool: W-D-W-W-L
Players to Watch
Melayro Bogarde (LASK Linz)
The 24-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side get their first win of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 season. He is going to be an important asset in the midfield as well as in the attacking front. Melayro Bogarde will once again be deployed in the central midfield to take control of the game.
Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool)
With Dominik Szoboszlai suffering from a thigh issue, Ryan Gravenberch will have a crucial role to play in the midfield. From establishing control of the game to breaking up the plays created by the opponents, Gravenberch will cause a big issue for the opponents. He will be eager to deliver a top performance and get his side another win in the UCL.
Match Facts
- LASK Linz are winless in their last four matches.
- Liverpool have only faced one loss in their last five games.
- Both of the two encounters between these clubs ended in favour of the Reds.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Liverpool to win @3/10 bet365
- Bradley Barcola to score @6/4 Ladbrokes
- Goals under 3.5 @10/11 bet365
Injury and Team News
For LASK Linz, Ramiz Harakate will sit out due to his knee injury.
Dominik Sazoboszlai, Cody Gakpo, Hugo Ekitike, Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni are not going to be in action for Liverpool. They are injured. Alexander Isak is dealing with a minor thigh issue, but is not yet confirmed to be part of the squad.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 2
LASK (wins): 0
Liverpool (wins): 2
Draws: 0
Players to Watch
LASK predicted XI (3-5-2)
Jungwirth (GK); Mbuyamba, Alemao, Andrade; Jorgensen, Ljubicic, Bogarde, Hovarth, Bello; Usor, Lang
Liverpool predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Alisson (GK); Araujo, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Barcola, Wirtz, Ngumoha; Koumas
Match Prediction
LASK Linz are currently on a poor run of form. Despite being the hosts, they will be under pressure. Liverpool will be eager to secure back-to-back wins in the Champions League.
Their superior squad quality is going to play a major role. The Reds are likely to come out on top and secure three points.
Prediction: LASK Linz 0-2 Liverpool
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: TNT Sports, Amazon Prime, BBC
Austria: Sky Austria, Canal+, ORF*, Servus TV*
USA: Paramount+, TUDN, DAZN
When and where is LASK vs Liverpool UCL match?
This clash is scheduled to take place at the Raiffeisen Arena on October 14.
Where and how to watch UEFA Champions League 2026-27 live in India?
Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV are the options to watch all the games live.
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