LASK Linz and Liverpool meet in the league phase of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, 14 October, with kick-off at 17:45 UK time at the Raiffeisen Arena in Linz, Austria.
Liverpool are looking to bounce back from a heavy Premier League defeat to Manchester City, while LASK are struggling for results after going four competitive matches without a win. The Reds have also won both previous meetings between the sides, scoring seven goals and conceding just one.
Read on for our analysis, sports betting tips, broadcast information and predicted line-ups for LASK Linz vs Liverpool.
Lask Linz x Liverpool Odds
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Match Overview - Lask Linz vs. Liverpool
- LASK lost 1-0 away to AEK Athens in their Champions League opener and have since struggled to find consistency.
- Liverpool began their European campaign with a 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid but suffered a 3-0 defeat to Manchester City in their most recent match.
- Lask Linz have won five of their last ten matches across all competitions, while Liverpool have lost just two of their previous ten games.
- Forward Samuel Oluwabukunmi Adeniran is a key threat for Lask Linz, with two goals in his last two outings.
Lask LinzLAS
LiverpoolLIVRecent Results(Last N Matches)
Season Stats
Head-to-Head Record
- Liverpool have a perfect record against Lask Linz, winning both of their previous encounters.
- The Reds faced LASK in the 2023/24 Europa League, triumphing 3-1 in Austria and 4-0 at Anfield.
Head-to-Head
Lask LinzLASLiverpoolLIV| Competition | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| UEFA Europa League | LiverpoolLIV 4-0  Lask LinzLAS | |
| UEFA Europa League | Lask LinzLAS 1-3LiverpoolLIV |
Lask Linz Form and Team News
LASK made a strong start to their domestic campaign but have struggled since losing 1-0 to AEK Athens in their Champions League opener. Defeats to Sturm Graz and Rapid Vienna, alongside a 3-3 draw against Hartberg, have left them without a win in four competitive matches.
Their latest setback came on Sunday, when they lost 2-0 at home to Rapid Vienna. Dietmar Kühbauer’s side must now improve both their defensive organisation and attacking output against a Liverpool team with considerably more European experience.
LASK will need to make the most of their home advantage, but injuries could limit their options. Moses Usor is a doubt after suffering a shoulder problem, while Ramiz Harakate and George Bello are unavailable. Christoph Lang could be particularly important in attack if Usor misses out.
DateResult | ||
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Lask LinzLAS 0-2 Rapid ViennaRAP | LossL | |
Lask LinzLAS 2-1 First ViennaFIR | WinW | |
TSV HartbergTSV 3-3 Lask LinzLAS | DrawD | |
Sturm GrazSTU 2-1 Lask LinzLAS | LossL | |
AEK Athens FCAEK 1-0 Lask LinzLAS | LossL | |
Liverpool Form and Team News
Liverpool were beaten 3-0 by Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday, with Ryan Gravenberch’s dismissal making their task more difficult. The result interrupted a generally positive run that included wins over Bournemouth, Tottenham Hotspur and Atletico Madrid.
The Reds began their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Atletico, coming from behind through goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister. They will now look to carry that European form into their first away match in the competition.
However, Liverpool have several fitness concerns ahead of the trip. Szoboszlai is unlikely to feature because of a hamstring problem, while Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak are doubts. With Hugo Ekitike still recovering from an Achilles injury, Florian Wirtz and Mac Allister could have important roles as Liverpool seek to control the match and create chances.
DateResult | ||
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LiverpoolLIV 0-3 Manchester CityMAN | LossL | |
AFC BournemouthAFC 0-1 LiverpoolLIV | WinW | |
LiverpoolLIV 3-1 TottenhamTOT | WinW | |
LiverpoolLIV 0-0 FulhamFUL | DrawD | |
LiverpoolLIV 2-1 Atletico MadridATL | WinW | |
Lask Linz vs. Liverpool Prediction: Reds to Secure a Comfortable Win
Liverpool’s superior quality and record against LASK make them favourites to win, despite recent injuries. The Over 2.5 Goals market is worth considering, given the Reds’ scoring potential and the hosts’ defensive difficulties.
Despite their defeat to Manchester City, Liverpool should have enough quality to dictate the tempo and put LASK under pressure from the start. The Liverpool to Win the First Half market is another option for those expecting the visitors to establish an early advantage.
Our main prediction is for Liverpool to win with a -1.5 handicap. The Reds have won both previous meetings by a combined score of 7-1, and LASK’s recent run of poor results suggests they could struggle to contain the visitors.
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
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| Best Odds | ||
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| Double Chance & Over/Under | Over 2.5 goals in total | |
| Money Line | Liverpool to win the first half | |
Where to Watch Lask Linz vs. Liverpool
For those wondering where to watch Lask Linz vs. Liverpool, please find the broadcast details below:
- TV: TNT Sports 2
- Streaming: HBO Max
Lask Linz vs. Liverpool Predicted Lineups
LASK could be without Moses Usor, who is a doubt with a shoulder injury, while Ramiz Harakate is recovering from a knee problem and George Bello is sidelined by a muscle injury. Christoph Lang and Sasa Kalajdzic could therefore form the attacking partnership, with Kasper Jørgensen and Yvan Dibango operating from the flanks.
Liverpool are unlikely to have Dominik Szoboszlai available because of a hamstring problem. Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak are also doubts, while Hugo Ekitike remains out with an Achilles injury. Lewis Koumas could lead the line, supported by Florian Wirtz, Rio Ngumoha and Bradley Barcola.
Lask Linz
Lukas Jungwirth; Kasper Jørgensen, Xavier Mbuyamba, Andrés Andrade, Yvan Dibango; Mamadou Bogarde, Robert Ljubičić, Sascha Horvath; Sasa Kalajdzic, Christoph Lang.
Liverpool
Alisson; Calvin Ramsay, Jérémy Jacquet, Virgil van Dijk, Milos Kerkez; Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister; Bradley Barcola, Florian Wirtz, Rio Ngumoha; Lewis Koumas.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Lask Linz vs. Liverpool
- Competition: UEFA Champions League 2026/27
- Date: 14/10/2026
- Kick-off: 17:45 (GMT)
- Venue: Raiffeisen Arena, Linz, Austria
- Broadcast: TNT Sports 2, HBO Max
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