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Bodo Glimt vs. Nijmegen: Champions League Playoff - Bodo Nears 'League Phase'

August 25, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

Bodo Glimt is on the verge of securing a consecutive qualification for the Champions League 'league phase'. Following a high-scoring first leg where they defeated Nijmegen 3-1 in the Netherlands, the Norwegian side now hosts the Dutch team for the return fixture.

For Nijmegen, who has reached the preliminary rounds of Europe's premier competition for the first time in their history, a spot in the league phase appears increasingly out of reach. Despite a more dominant performance in terms of shots in the first leg (22 for Nijmegen vs. 8 for Bodo), the Norwegian team was more clinical with their opportunities.

Tonight, Bodo Glimt doesn't necessarily need a win to advance, but their past performances, including a 3-1 victory over Inter Milan last year followed by a 2-1 win in the second leg, suggest they will still play to win. Therefore, backing a home win for Bodo Glimt is a strong consideration.

Match Odds Comparison: Bodo Glimt to Win

The odds for a Bodo Glimt victory are as follows: 1.50 (Eplay24), 1.48 (Bet365), and 1.45 (Eurobet).