# Liverpool victory over LASK and squad fitness updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/liverpool-champions-league-match-against-lask-linz
> Updated: 2026-10-15T14:03:27.000Z. Sources: 128. Developments: 3.

Liverpool secured a 6-3 victory against LASK Linz in their second UEFA Champions League league-phase match at the Raiffeisen Arena. The win maintains Liverpool’s perfect record with six points from two matches and a goal difference of +4.

French forward Bradley Barcola led the attack with his first professional hat-trick, scoring in the 24th, 37th, and 66th minutes, ending a goal drought following his transfer from Paris Saint-Germain. Additional goals were scored by Ronald Araújo, Jeremie Frimpong, and Lewis Koumas. Kostas Tsimikas contributed two assists and wore the captain’s armband; manager Andoni Iraola noted that regulations regarding goalkeepers acting as captains can create “practical difficulties on the pitch.” LASK’s goals were provided by Robert Ljubicic and Florian Flecker, who scored twice as a substitute.

Regarding squad fitness ahead of the fixture against Brentford, midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai is expected to return to the starting lineup following a hamstring injury. Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo are expected to undergo late fitness tests, while Giovanni Leoni’s rehabilitation has been delayed by at least one month. Ryan Gravenberch remains unavailable due to suspension. Despite the European success, the club sits in ninth place in the Premier League following a recent loss to Manchester City.

## Claims

- Liverpool defeated LASK 6-3 in a Champions League League Phase match. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Dominik Szoboszlai is missing the LASK match due to a hamstring injury. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Kostas Tsimikas captained Liverpool for the first time in his 120th appearance. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Kostas Tsimikas provided two assists during the match. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Bradley Barkola scored a hat-trick for Liverpool. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Tassos Douvikas scored for Como in their 3-2 loss to Feyenoord. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Liverpool lost 0-3 to Manchester City at Anfield. (single source)
- Ryan Gravenberch received a red card in the 62nd minute against Manchester City. (single source)
- Milos Kerkez has found his place in the team under manager Andoni Iraola. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-15: Liverpool defeats LASK 6-3 in Champions League victory

Liverpool defeated LASK 6-3 in the Champions League behind a Bradley Barcola hat-trick. Dominik Szoboszlai is set to return to the lineup for the upcoming Premier League match against Brentford.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/liverpool-defeats-lask-6-3-in-champions-league-victory

### 2026-10-14: Liverpool fields youthful lineup against LASK with Tsimikas captaining

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has fielded a youthful starting XI against LASK, leaving captain Virgil van Dijk on the bench to rest during a congested fixture schedule.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/liverpool-fields-youthful-lineup-against-lask-with-tsimikas-captaining

### 2026-10-13: Bradley Barcola scores hat-trick in Liverpool's 6-3 win over LASK

Bradley Barcola scored his first professional hat-trick as Liverpool defeated LASK 6-3 in the UEFA Champions League, marking a major breakthrough for the French forward.

122 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lask-linz-faces-injury-concerns-ahead-of-liverpool-champions-league-clash

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