About Linzer ASK

LASK (Linzer Athletik-Sport-Klub) is a professional football club based in Linz, Austria, and is the oldest club from the Upper Austria region. Founded in 1908, it plays in the Austrian Football Bundesliga and is known for its black and white colors. The team hosts its home matches at the modern Raiffeisen Arena, which has a capacity of over 19,000 spectators.

The club’s greatest achievement came in the 1964–65 season, when LASK became the first team from outside Vienna to win both the Austrian league title and the Austrian Cup, completing a historic double. This success marked a major breakthrough in Austrian football, which had previously been dominated by Vienna-based clubs. Throughout its history, LASK has also experienced periods of instability, including promotions and relegations between divisions.

In recent years, LASK has re-established itself as a competitive force in Austrian football. After financial difficulties and even a spell in the third division in the early 2010s, the club achieved promotion back to the Bundesliga in 2017 and has since regularly competed at a high level. It has also made notable appearances in European competitions, including strong runs in the UEFA Europa League, highlighting its modern resurgence and growing reputation.