LASK's manager, Dietmar Kuhbauer, has firmly stated that the pressure is on Celtic.
As his team prepares for Wednesday's Champions League playoff first leg, the Austrian double winners are aware of the Scottish champions' pedigree and resources.
Kuhbauer said: "We believe in ourselves. Celtic have a little bit more pressure because everybody knows Celtic. We are a small club but still a good club. But for Celtic, it’s more pressure than us."
He insists they must have self-belief and play at their highest level to secure a landmark qualification. LASK have yet to reach the Champions League proper.
The boss added: "We have 90 minutes and we have to play at the highest level. The quality from Celtic is better than in Austria. Every guy has to be focused for this game."
Achieving qualification would be a significant milestone for the club, not just in terms of prestige, but also financially. They would get the chance to play against Europe's elite clubs.
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LASK's goalkeeper, Lukas Jungwirth, has also drawn inspiration from former St Mirren defender, Miguel Freckleton.
Freckleton, who played against Celtic in last season's Premier Sports Cup final, has shared his insights about the Glasgow club. Jungwirth said: "We already talked with him and we know a few tricks. He’s a very good player, and as a group we are a good team.
"If we bring a very good performance tomorrow, I think everything’s possible. He told us about the atmosphere. It’s a great atmosphere, a lot of people."
Despite recognising Celtic's quality, LASK are not intimidated. They plan to use the atmosphere to their advantage. Jungwirth concluded: "But we should not be scared. It should give us a push.
"I’m genuinely just enjoying this and looking forward to it, and I think that’s the only way to do it as the underdog in the match."
