LASK end Celtic’s Champions League hopes with astonishing comeback
The Scottish champions squandered a four-goal lead to lose 5-4 to the Austrian side in one of their worst European nights.
Celtic faced off against LASK in a Champions League play-off at Linz, trailing 3-0 from the first leg and facing a heavy blow to their hopes. The Scottish champions began the second leg strongly, with captain Callum McGregor's 21st-minute goal sparking celebrations among the home fans. However, Celtic's momentum quickly faded as LASK equalized in the 32nd minute and went on to score four more goals, winning 5-4 on the night.
Moses Usor leveled the aggregate score for Celtic, but Robert Ljubicic and Samuel Adeniran put LASK ahead in quick succession. Substitute Florian Flecker scored a crucial equalizer in the 90th minute following a VAR check, extending the game into extra time. LASK's Samuel Adeniran added a second goal in the 109th minute, securing the victory.
Celtic captain McGregor admitted the team's passivity and fear during the match, expressing regret and apologizing to supporters and the club for the disappointing result.
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