LASK Awaits: Liverpool’s Road to Dublin Starts in Austria

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·18 September 2023

LASK Awaits: Liverpool’s Road to Dublin Starts in Austria

Liverpool’s European Journey: Starting Fresh in the Europa League

The Europa League, often seen as the Champions League’s younger sibling, is about to witness the entry of a European giant. As the Champions League gets underway, Liverpool will be shifting their focus to a competition that’s unfamiliar in recent times, but one that offers a different kind of glory.

At A Glance

Historical Perspective: LASK vs Liverpool

Liverpool’s European adventures have seen them face numerous opponents, but LASK isn’t one of them. This adds a layer of excitement to the upcoming fixture.

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Managed by Thomas Sager, LASK’s recent European endeavours and domestic performance suggest they’re no pushovers. Liverpool fans can anticipate an engaging tussle.

Squad News and Updates

Liverpool

The Reds are buoyed by the return of their towering captain, Virgil van Dijk, who has been absent since their clash against Newcastle on 27 August. His return is timely, given Liverpool’s defensive conundrums. With Trent Alexander-Arnold nursing a hamstring injury and Conor Bradley’s prolonged absence, Joe Gomez is tipped to slot in at right-back.

Midfield sees a mix of experienced heads and youthful exuberance. While Thiago Alcantara’s wait for a first-team return continues, Stefan Bajcetic and Ryan Gravenberch are likely to get minutes to impress.

LASK

As the Austrians prepare for this mammoth clash, they’re reportedly without any new injury concerns. Sageder’s men will be raring to go when they welcome the Reds to Raiffeisen Arena.

Predicted Line-ups

Liverpool’s expected formation (4-3-3):

The Final Word

The Reds, despite their recent trend of conceding first, boast a defence capable of shutting out LASK. With a formidable attack, they should have the edge. The stage is set for an intriguing European night.