Late Mac Allister cameo sparks Liverpool's dominant win in Austria

Con a cameo from Alexis Mac Allister in the 85th minute, Liverpool secured a 6‑3 victory over LASK in Linz, keeping a perfect record after two Champions League matches and moving closer to their next European tie.

Barcola’s hat‑trick steals the show

The French forward Bradley Barcola produced a hat‑trick, scoring at 22, 37 and 21 minutes of the second half, becoming the first Liverpool player to net three times in a single Champions League game.

Ronald Araújo opened the scoring for the Reds at 22 minutes, and Jeremie Frimpong added the fourth goal early in the second half before LASK pulled two back through Florian Flecker.

Lewis Koumas completed Liverpool’s tally at 26 minutes, while LASK’s Marin Ljubičić and Florian Flecker added three consolation goals.

Barcola shines in Linz as Liverpool dominate LASK in Champions League

Financial backdrop and upcoming fixtures

Barcola arrived from Paris Saint‑Germain in the summer, with his transfer reported at between 123 million and 140 million.

Andoni Iraola’s side will travel to Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday 17 before facing Villarreal at Anfield on Tuesday 20 October.

Liverpool chase confidence in Austria as LASK seek first European points

Despite the emphatic win, the Reds’ defensive lapses in the second half left a warning sign for Iraola as they look to translate their attacking flair into domestic success.