Celtic vs LASK Results Today: One Champions League Warning Celtic Won’t Like
Celtic FC prepares to host Austrian champions LASK in the first leg of a crucial UEFA Champions League playoff match. The winner of this two-legged tie will secure a spot in the lucrative Champions League group stage.
Why it matters
Qualification for the Champions League group stage provides significant financial rewards and prestige for European football clubs.
Celtic hosted LASK at Celtic Park on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in the first leg of their crucial UEFA Champions League playoff tie. The Celtic vs LASK clash carried major importance, with the winner over two legs set to advance directly into the lucrative Champions League group stage.
Celtic entered the match in strong form at the top of the Scottish Premiership, while Austrian champions LASK arrived on an eight-match winning streak across all competitions. The first leg was played in Glasgow before the return fixture in Linz on August 25.
Celtic came into the tie determined to avoid another playoff disappointment after their elimination by Kairat Almaty last season. Their domestic form had been encouraging, with the Hoops leading the Scottish Premiership and looking to use home advantage to build a strong first-leg position.
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