Celtic aims for historic win in Austria against LASK today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Celtic travels to Linz, Austria, for the second leg of the Champions League playoff against LASK on August 24, 2026. This match represents a chance for Celtic to secure their first-ever European victory in Austria. Previously, Celtic has faced disappointment in six trips to the country, including multiple defeats and draws. While a win would be significant for breaking this streak, a draw or loss by fewer than three goals would still allow Celtic to progress in the competition.
- •Celtic has never won a competitive match in Austria.
- •They have faced LASK in a Champions League playoff second leg.
- •Celtic's last trip to Austria included six matches without a victory.
- •A win would help in gaining co-efficient points in European football.
- •Celtic aims to continue their successful campaign in the Champions League.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Celtic can complete an incredible 2026 European double in Linz
"Celtic tomorrow evening will be aiming to win in Austria for the first ever time in European competition. In our last European match earlier this year Martin O’Neill led Celtic to our first ever win...
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