Liverpool hosts Manchester City in a Matchweek 6 Premier League clash. The big derby takes place this Sunday, October 11, at 16:30 at Anfield.
Celtic host LASK Linz on Wednesday night at 20:00 UK Time in the first leg of the Champions League play-offs, with one of the two teams set to make the first step towards the main stage of the tournament.
Match Preview
Celtic are in excellent form and are favourites to win on Wednesday. The Bhoys have recorded 6 wins, 3 draws and only 1 loss in their last 10 matches. Even more impressive is the team's attack at the start of the official season. Celtic beat Dundee 1-0, Kilmarnock 5-1, and in their last match they defeated Dundee United 4-0 for the League Cup. This shows that the team has already gained serious momentum. The home advantage is also important. In their last five home matches, Celtic have three wins and two draws, with Milan among their rivals.
Austrian champions LASK arrive in Glasgow in good form. LASK Linz is looking forward to its debut in the most prestigious European club tournament. The visitors have won their last three official matches - 3:0 against Grazer, 2:0 against Austria Vienna and 4:1 against Ried. The team has shown good results, but now they will face an opponent of a different class and in front of one of the most impressive football atmospheres in Europe.
Prediction for Celtic - LASK Linz
The Scots have much more serious experience in the Champions League, which is especially important in a playoff match with a huge stake. LASK should not be underestimated, but The Bhoys seem better prepared for the tension of such a match. I expect Celtic to delight their fans with a victory and take an advantage before the second leg in Linz.
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