Lask, the Austrian football club, is set to shock Manchester United in the Europa League. The club from Linz has a turbulent history behind it and has won two top trophies so far.

Who is Lask?

Lask, or Linzer Athletik-Sport-Klub, was founded in 1908 and has experienced a rollercoaster history since then. The club won the double in 1965 and has been fighting for the title ever since.

Lask's Europa League journey

Lask finished last season in second place in the Austrian Bundesliga and qualified for the Champions League. After a defeat against Club Brugge, the club landed in the Europa League, where it fought its way into the round of 16.

Who is Lask's coach?

Valerien Ismael, the French coach, has been training Lask since May 2019. He has successfully led the club through the Europa League group stage and now wants to beat Manchester United.

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What comes next?

Lask will face Manchester United on Thursday and wants to defeat the Red Devils. The club from Linz has a strong home record and now wants to be successful away from home as well.