UEFA Champions League
Celtic vs LASK Linz
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 - 20:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Celtic Park
Celtic vs LASK Linz Prediction & Stats - UEFA Champions League 2026/27
Predictions
The UEFA Champions League gets going for Celtic and LASK Linz on 19/08 (Wednesday) at Celtic Park, kicking off at 20:00 (UK time).
With the campaign just starting, form is thin and squads are still settling, which tends to widen the margins the bookmakers work with.
Take a look at our Celtic vs LASK Linz prediction before you decide.
Our verdict on Celtic vs LASK Linz
Two teams yet to play in this UEFA Champions League, and no recent record between them — this is about as much of a blank page as a fixture gets. We have leaned on squad quality and how each side signed off last term to reach a call.
Here is the market we are backing:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 3.5 Goals
Last updated on 18-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Celtic the side to beat, with roughly 56% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all UEFA Champions League odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Celtic: the picture so far
Celtic have not yet appeared in this UEFA Champions League, though they carry 2 match(es) from other fixtures this season. The numbers:
Season to date, all competitions
2 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost
6 goals for, at 3 per game
1 goals against, at 0.5 per game
Players to watch for Celtic
Leading scorer: Benjamin Nygren, 1 goal(s)
Most assists: Kieran Tierney, 1 assists
Recent results — Celtic
09/08/2026 08:30
03/08/2026 14:30
16/05/2026 07:30
13/05/2026 15:00
10/05/2026 07:00
LASK Linz: the picture so far
LASK Linz are yet to feature in this UEFA Champions League, but they bring 3 match(es) from elsewhere this season.
Where Die Schwarz-Weißen stand:
Season to date, all competitions
3 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost
9 goals for, at 3 per game
1 goals against, at 0.33 per game
Players to watch for Die Schwarz-Weißen
Leading scorer: Samuel Adeniran, 4 goals
Most assists: Melayro Bogarde, 2 assists
Recent results — Die Schwarz-Weißen
14/08/2026 13:30
09/08/2026 13:00
31/07/2026 13:30
25/07/2026 12:00
17/05/2026 08:30
The head-to-head
Celtic and LASK Linz have no recent meeting on record, so there is no prior form between them to shape the read.
Form comparison Celtic vs LASK Linz
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Celtic
Europe - UEFA Champions League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
|
0 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scored | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Conceded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
|
xGA
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
Away Team
LASK Linz
Europe - UEFA Champions League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
|
0 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scored | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Conceded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
|
xGA
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Celtic to Win
We expect Celtic vs LASK Linz to end in a win for Celtic.
With solid odds and the support of their home crowd, they have what it takes to get the job done.
👉 Prediction: Celtic to Win the First Half
Our top pick for Celtic vs LASK Linz is Celtic to take the lead by halftime.
Half-time bets often provide better odds than the 1x2 market, and with Celtic’s record of fast starts at home, this pick can be rewarding.
Fixture information - Celtic vs LASK Linz
Match: Celtic vs LASK Linz
Competition: UEFA Champions League
Date: Wednesday, 19/08/2026
Kick-off: 20:00 (UK time)
Venue: Celtic Park
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Stats
The statistics for Celtic vs LASK Linz that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
0
League: 2.84
Both Teams to Score
0%
League: 50%
Over 1.5+
0%
League: 79%
Over 2.5+
0%
League: 51%
Cards
0
League: 4.66
Corners
0
League: 9.91
Home Team
Celtic
Europe - UEFA Champions League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
|
0 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scored | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Conceded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
|
xGA
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
Away Team
LASK Linz
Europe - UEFA Champions League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
|
0 |
| Home |
|
0 |
| Away |
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scored | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Conceded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
|
xGA
|
0 | 0 | 0 |
Corners
0 / Match
Corners / Match
Both Teams are equal in terms of corners
0 / Match
Cards
0 / Match
Cards / Match
Both Teams are equal in terms of cards
0 / Match
Goals Scored
0 / Match
Both Teams are equal in terms of goals scored
0 / Match
Goals Conceded
0 / Match
Both Teams are equal in terms of goals conceded
0 / Match
UEFA Champions League Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sabah
|
6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 2.5 |
| 2 |
Levski Sofia
|
6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 2.33 |
| 3 |
Dinamo Zagreb
|
4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 2.5 |
| 4 |
Slovan Bratislava
|
4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 2.5 |
| 5 |
Fenerbahçe
|
4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 2.5 |
| 6 |
Hapoel Be'er Sheva
|
4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 9 | 2.25 |
| 7 |
Kairat
|
6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 1.5 |
| 8 |
FC Avan Academy
|
6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 1.5 |
| 9 |
Kauno Žalgiris
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 10 | -4 | 8 | 1.33 |
| 10 |
CS U Craiova
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 1.75 |
| 11 |
KÍ
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 1.75 |
| 12 |
Víkingur Reykjavík
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 1.75 |
| 13 |
Red Star Belgrade
|
4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 1.5 |
| 14 |
Egnatia Rrogozhinë
|
4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 1.5 |
| 15 |
Sturm Graz
|
4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1.5 |
| 16 |
Shamrock Rovers
|
4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 1.5 |
| 17 |
AGF
|
4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 10 | -3 | 6 | 1.5 |
| 18 |
Larne
|
4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 10 | -7 | 6 | 1.5 |
| 19 |
Celje
|
4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1.25 |
| 20 |
Lincoln Red Imps
|
4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 5 | 1.25 |
| 21 |
Saburtalo
|
4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 7 | -1 | 5 | 1.25 |
| 22 |
NEC
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 23 |
FK Bodo/Glimt
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 24 |
Mjällby
|
4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 25 |
Lyon
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 26 |
Omonia Nicosia
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 27 |
Lech Poznań
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 28 |
Riga
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 29 |
Vardar
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 30 |
Sparta Praha
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 31 |
Floriana
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 32 |
KuPS
|
4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 3 | 0.75 |
| 33 |
Górnik Zabrze
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 34 |
Olympiakos Piraeus
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 35 |
Győri ETO
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 36 |
Drita
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 37 |
Thun
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 38 |
Tallinna FC Flora
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 39 |
Union Saint-Gilloise
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 40 |
Inter Club d'Escaldes
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 41 |
Borac Banja Luka
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 42 |
Petrocub
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 | -5 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 43 |
AEK Athens
|
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 44 |
Celtic
|
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 45 |
LASK Linz
|
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 46 |
Viking
|
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 47 |
Tre Fiori
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 48 |
Atert Bissen
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 0 | 0 |
| 49 |
Sutjeska
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
| 50 |
The New Saints
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 0 | 0 |
| 51 |
MKK-Dnepr
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 0 | 0 |
| 52 |
Hearts
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -6 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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