LASK Linz vs FC Basel
LASK still has the task to face FC Basel despite winning in the first leg. Continuing the third round of UCL qualification will be held at Linzer Stadion.
LASK went to FC Basel headquarters last Thursday (8/8) and managed to make a surprise there with a 1-2 win. That means, the draw is enough to pass them to the next phase.
However, LASK is likely to continue to aim for victory in order to avoid risk, while opening a first banquet to face FC Basel at Linzer with positive results. They were highly favored after yesterday’s surprise, especially after Saturday (10/8) yesterday won again by Admira Moedling; a single goal in the match helped them wipe out the Austrian League’s opening 3 matches with victory.
On one hand, FC Basel began to treat their disappointment with a 3-1 win over Servette in the Swiss League competition on Sunday (11/8) yesterday. However, a visit to Linzer will present a different challenge, especially if they have never been there. Many things must be addressed, including the morale of the children who in the previous round had lost at PSV Eindhoven headquarters. This time the mission was clearly heavier because they had to win with a minimum score of 0-2 to qualify. All the pressure will be used by the host to win again in tomorrow’s match.
Our Prediction: Over 2.5
Odds: 1.70