Celtic vs LASK prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on August 19, 2026
In the final round of Champions League qualification on August 19, 2026, Celtic and LASK will play their first match. The hosts understand how important this is.
Celtic vs LASK: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Glasgow giants were on the brink of failure last season. However, veteran O'Neil took over as coach during the campaign. Thanks to a head-to-head victory in the final round, he was able to push the sensational Hearts off the top spot. A week later, they also added the cup. The new season began with wins over Dundee and Kilmarnock in the Premiership. After that, they thrashed Dundee United 4-0 in the League Cup.
The team from Linz became a sensation in Austrian football, winning their second league title in history—the previous one was back in 1965. Moreover, they secured another "golden double." In the new Bundesliga, the title holders started with victories over GAK and Austria. In the last round, they beat Ried 4-1. Earlier, they kicked off with a 7-0 win in the cup.
In 2025/2026, the Scots showed not the brightest, but a solid performance: 1.92 goals scored per game and 1.08 conceded. The Austrians, on their way to the championship, averaged 1.75 goals scored but also 1.31 conceded.
Previous matches: Celtic vs LASK
The only friendly between the sides was played in 2014. On that occasion, the Glasgow giants won 5-2.
Now, the Scots also fully understand the value of playing at home. They should be able to win this time as well (odds – 1.61).
Celtic vs LASK: Key Statistics and Trends
- Celtic have won their first three matches of the season
- The club averaged 1.92 goals scored and 1.08 conceded per game
- LASK have won four matches in a row
Celtic vs LASK: Probable Starting Lineups
Celtic play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Sinisalo – Tierney, Trusty, Carter-Vickers, Johnston – Engels, McGregor – Yan Hen Chung, Nygren, Duran – Heg
LASK play in a 1-3-1-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Jungwirth – Andrade Sedeño, Alemao, Mbuyamba – Ljubicic – Horvath, Danek, Bello, Jorgensen – Lang, Adeniruran
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's performance in the Champions League qualification table.
