Match Overview
On November 9, 2023, Lask Linz will face Union St. Gilloise in a UEFA Europa League Group Stage match at the Raiffeisen Arena. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Team (Lask Linz) – 3.56, Draw – 3.75, Away Team (Union St. Gilloise) – 2.14.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have met once before in the UEFA Europa League group stage on October 26, 2023, where Union St. Gilloise emerged victorious with a score of 2-1.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Lask Linz has had mixed results in their recent matches across all competitions. In their last six games, they have won two matches, lost one match, and drawn three matches. They have scored a total of nine goals while conceding seven goals during this period.
In terms of their performance in the UEFA Europa League group stage so far, Lask Linz is currently positioned at the bottom of Group E with zero points after three matches played. They have scored two goals and conceded six goals in these games.
In their most recent Bundesliga match against Sturm Graz on November 5th, Lask Linz secured a convincing victory with a final score of 3-1. This win will undoubtedly boost their confidence heading into the upcoming fixture against Union St. Gilloise.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Union St. Gilloise has been performing exceptionally well recently, especially in away matches where they remain undefeated this season across all competitions.
In their last six games overall, Union St. Gilloise has achieved an impressive record of six wins and no losses or draws. They have netted a total of 17 goals while conceding only five goals during this period.
In the UEFA Europa League group stage, Union St. Gilloise currently sits in second place in Group E with four points after three matches played. They have scored three goals and conceded four goals in these games.
Their most recent Jupiler Pro League match against Club Brugge KV on November 5th resulted in a 2-1 victory for Union St. Gilloise, further highlighting their strong form.
Key Players Spotlight
For Lask Linz, Robert Žulj has been a standout player recently. With eight goals and four assists to his name across all competitions this season, he has been instrumental in their attacking play.
Union St. Gilloise’s Dennis-Yerai Eckert Ayensa has been on fire in front of goal, scoring eight goals in just eleven appearances this season. His clinical finishing ability will be crucial for his team’s chances of success.
Statistical Insights
Lask Linz has struggled defensively in the UEFA Europa League group stage so far, conceding an average of two goals per game. On the other hand, Union St. Gilloise has shown great resilience away from home, scoring an average of nearly three goals per game.
Both teams have demonstrated their ability to find the back of the net consistently throughout their recent matches, with over 3 or more total goals being scored frequently.
Match Prediction: Linz 1 – 3 Union St. Gilloise
Based on the data analyzed above and considering Union St. Gilloise’s impressive form both overall and away from home, it is predicted that they will come out victorious once again against Lask Linz with a scoreline of Linz 1 – 3 Union St. Gilloise
