LASK Linz and Liverpool will face off in the Matchday 1 of the UEFA Europa League Group Stage.
Liverpool is likely to control possession and generate numerous scoring opportunities during the match. On the other hand, LASK Linz may find it challenging to break through Liverpool’s defense, but there is a possibility that they could pose a threat on occasion as well.
LASK Linz will be eager to replicate their recent performance, as they secured a 1-3 victory in the Bundesliga against Austria Klagenfurt.
LASK Linz has been on a scoring spree, consistently finding the back of the net in their last six matches. During this period, they have scored a total of 11 goals while conceding only 4. However, it remains to be seen whether this trend will continue in their upcoming match.
Manager Thomas Sageder has a complete and fit squad at his disposal, with no fitness concerns heading into the game.
Last 5 Games: Won: 4, Draw: 1, Lost: 0, Scored: 13, Conceded: 6, Clean Sheets: 2.
Liverpool enters this match on the heels of a 1-3 victory in the Premier League over Wolverhampton Wanderers in their most recent outing.
Liverpool has demonstrated strong offensive prowess in the build-up to this encounter, netting 16 goals in their last six matches. However, it’s worth noting that Liverpool has experienced defensive vulnerabilities, conceding goals in five of those same games.
Despite a mostly fit squad, Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has a single fitness concern, with Trent unavailable for this game.
Last 5 Games: Won: 4, Draw: 1, Lost: 0, Scored: 12, Conceded: 4, Clean Sheets: 1.
The match will be played at the Raiffeisen Arena.
September 21, 2023, 20:45 UK time.