AEK Athens vs LASK prediction 08.09.2026 | Champions League
AEK Athens
Kick off:
Date:
LASK Linz
1
1.81
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4.08
2
4.38
Contents
- Competition: Champions League
- Date: Tuesday, 8th September, 2026
- Kickoff: 17:45 UK / 18:45 CEST
- Venue: Allwyn Arena (Athens)
The Champions League main phase is finally back. One of the first two games on Tuesday will be between the Greek and Austrian champions, AEK Athens and LASK. In the Qualifiers, AEK managed to win over Levski on a 4:0 aggregate, while LASK won against Celtic 5:4 in a super interesting duel.
Let's break down the game and find the best possible bet for this Champions League tie.
AEK Athens team overview
AEK won the Greek title last season under coach Marko Nikolic, leaving Olympiacos six points behind. They did a decent job in the transfer window and are looking really good at the start of this season. Besides knocking out Levski Sofia in the Champions League Qualifiers, they also sit in 2nd place in the domestic league with seven points from the first three games. However, their offense is looking really strong, and they are definitely coming into this game full of optimism.
After a massive 5:0 win over Aris, coach Marko Nikolic spoke to the media. He was pleased with the overall performance, highlighting the team's mentality and attacking approach. However, he admitted they had some bad moments, particularly in the second part of the first half.
Last matches of AEK Athens
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AEK Athens
5 : 0
Aris
Super League
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Nestos Chrisoupolis
0 : 2
AEK Athens
Greek Cup
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Kifisia
1 : 1
AEK Athens
Super League
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AEK Athens
4 : 0
Levski Sofia
Champions League
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AEK Athens
4 : 0
Iraklis Thessaloniki
Super League
AEK Athens lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Thomas Strakosha
Defenders
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12
Lazaros Rota
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2
Harold Moukoudi
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44
Filipe Relvas
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3
Stavro Pilo
Midfielders
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14
Lovro Majer
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6
Kaan Kairinen
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18
Răzvan Marin
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11
Aboubakary Koita
Forwards
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19
Barnabás Varga
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9
Luka Jović
LASK team overview
LASK had one of the best comebacks in modern football this season in the Qualifiers. After losing the first leg 3:0, they also had a 1:0 deficit in the second leg and then made a fantastic comeback, winning 5:1! Generally speaking, LASK have been really good this season, winning eight of the first nine games across competitions. They are also the 1st-placed team in the Bundesliga and the only squad with a maximum of 15 points. So, just like AEK, LASK is coming to the game with magnificent momentum.
Interestingly, midfielder Robert Ljubicic is on a loan deal from AEK and will most likely not be involved in the game. Moreover, Ramiz Harakate
is injured, while Samuel Adeniran is listed as questionable after missing the last three matches in domestic competitions due to a cheekbone injury he sustained. The potential absence of Samuel Adeniran is particularly worrisome for LASK, as he was incredible this season, scoring six goals in five appearances, including two against Celtic.
Last matches of LASK Linz
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Deutschlandsberger SC
1 : 6
LASK Linz
Austrian Cup
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Wolfsberger AC
1 : 3
LASK Linz
Admiral Bundesliga
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LASK Linz
3 : 0
Rheindorf Altach
Admiral Bundesliga
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LASK Linz
1 : 0
Celtic
Champions League
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Celtic
3 : 0
LASK Linz
Champions League
LASK Linz lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Lukas Jungwirth
Defenders
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16
Andrés Andrade
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43
João Tornich
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4
Xavier Mbuyamba
Midfielders
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20
Kasper Jørgensen
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18
Alessandro Schöpf
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6
Melayro Bogarde
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2
George Bello
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30
Sascha Horvath
Forwards
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8
Moses Usor
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27
Christoph Lang
Prediction
Both teams have been superb offensively, and because of it, mostly played high-scoring games. AEK went over 2.5 goals in four out of seven games, while LASK went over the mentioned line in eight out of nine matches. Both offenses looked absolutely great thus far, with AEK averaging 2.57 goals per game, and LASK an incredible 3.7 goals per game. Yes, some of LASK's games were against poor teams, but a team that scores five goals against Celtic definitely has something to offer on offense.
Also, combined, these teams went over 2.5 goals in three out of four of their Champions League games (Qualifiers). Considering they are teams from the fourth pot, we expect both sides to go for a win, and we could see a high-scoring affair.
Considering all the above, we expect a high-scoring game, likely with both teams scoring.
3 Reasons why we should see three or more goals
- AEK Athens went over 2.5 goals in four out of seven games
- LASK went over 2.5 goals in eight out of nine games this season
- Combined, these teams went over 2.5 goals in three out of four CL Qualifiers games
Main prediction AEK Athens - LASK Linz
Over 2.5 goals
Best Odds:
1xBet
1.68
AEK Athens vs LASK Linz standings in Champions League
| League Stage | P | W | D | L |
G - A
|
GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Como | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Manchester City | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Real Madrid | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | FC Bayern München | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Liverpool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Paris Saint Germain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Roma | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Inter | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Borussia Dortmund | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | FC Barcelona | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Atlético de Madrid | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Villarreal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Manchester United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Arsenal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | RB Leipzig | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Porto | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | Club Brugge | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Feyenoord | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | PSV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | Napoli | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | Sporting CP | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 22 | LOSC Lille | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 23 | Shakhtar Donetsk | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 24 | Slavia Praha | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 25 | Fenerbahçe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 26 | Real Betis | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 27 | Bodø / Glimt | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 28 | Galatasaray | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 29 | Slovan Bratislava | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 | Aston Villa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 | LASK | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 32 | VfB Stuttgart | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 33 | Lens | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 34 | AEK Athens | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 35 | Viking | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 36 | Sabah | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |