Match Summary
Red Bull Salzburg defeated Lask Linz 1:0. The match was played in Bundesliga 2023. Goals were scored by Fernando 1′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Lask Linz had 58% possession while Red Bull Salzburg held 42%. Lask Linz had 18 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (7 on target) for Red Bull Salzburg. Lask Linz made 4 substitutions, Red Bull Salzburg made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Lask Linz and Red Bull Salzburg — 1 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Dedić
Match Statistics
Lask Linz had 58% possession against Red Bull Salzburg's 42%. Lask Linz registered 18 shots (4 on target) while Red Bull Salzburg managed 12 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
Lask Linz lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under T. Sageder, while Red Bull Salzburg deployed a 4-3-1-2 under G. Struber.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Lask Linz is 6.88, compared to 6.92 for Red Bull Salzburg. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Lask Linz's highest-rated starter is A. Andrade (7.36), while Red Bull Salzburg's best-rated player is O. Gloukh (7.28).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Lask Linz have contributed 10 goals and 5 assists this season, led by M. Usor (8G). Red Bull Salzburg's starters account for 2 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by M. Kjærgaard (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Lask Linz deploy 3 defenders rated 7.36 on average, against Red Bull Salzburg's 4-man backline averaging 6.64. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Lask Linz field 4 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Red Bull Salzburg's 4 rated 7.13. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Lask Linz start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.60, compared to 2 for Red Bull Salzburg averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 44% for Lask Linz and 80% for Red Bull Salzburg. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Lask Linz's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Red Bull Salzburg. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Lask Linz's starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: M. Usor (23), oldest: F. Flecker (30)), while Red Bull Salzburg average 24.2 (youngest: O. Gloukh (21), oldest: A. Schlager (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Lask Linz's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 11 for Red Bull Salzburg. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Lask Linz have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Red Bull Salzburg show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Lask Linz and Red Bull Salzburg have met 2 times — Lask Linz won 0, Red Bull Salzburg won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Red Bull Salzburg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (1 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–5 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026