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LASK qualifies for the Champions League after stunning comeback

LASK secures a spot in the Champions League with an impressive performance, defeating Celtic Glasgow after trailing.

26 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Linz ASK has qualified for the Champions League thanks to a remarkable comeback. After trailing 0-4 against Celtic Glasgow, the Austrian champions ultimately won the decisive match, securing a place in the top tier of European football.

According to reports from Der Tagesspiegel and sportschau.de, the team delivered a spectacular performance that reminded many fans and experts of a Hollywood movie. In the final stages of the match, LASK not only equalized the deficit but also turned it into a lead.

This historic entry into the Champions League is being referred to as the "Miracle of Linz." However, there are also indications of potential challenges that Austrian football may face in connection with this success, as reported by Die Presse.

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