The upcoming clash between Bodø/Glimt and Inter Milan marks a significant moment in UEFA Champions League history, as these teams meet for the first time since their previous encounters in the 1978-79 Cup Winners’ Cup. In those matches, Inter Milan emerged victorious, achieving a commanding 7-1 aggregate score, including a 5-0 win at home and a 2-1 victory away.
Bodø/Glimt vs Inter Milan: Champions League Head-to-Head History
This match represents just the second knockout stage tie in the Champions League involving teams from Norway and Italy. The first occurred during the 1996-97 season when Juventus eliminated Rosenborg in the quarter-finals with a 3-1 aggregate score.
Inter Milan’s European Journey
Inter Milan’s trip to Norway will be their third European match in the country. Their last visit was in September 2002, where they drew 2-2 with Rosenborg. Previously, they secured a 2-1 win at Bodø/Glimt in October 1978.
Bodø/Glimt’s Form in the Champions League
- Bodø/Glimt concluded the league phase with two consecutive victories: 3-1 against Manchester City and 2-1 against Atlético Madrid.
- They have a chance to become the first Norwegian team to win three successive matches in the Champions League.
Inter Milan’s Performance Statistics
In their recent knockout stage appearances, Inter has experienced notable challenges. They faced defeats in two of their last three knockout stage finals, falling to Paris SG in the 2024-25 season and to Manchester City in 2022-23.
Excluding these finals, Inter has lost just one of their last 15 knockout matches, boasting a record of 10 wins and 4 draws.
Team Strategies and Key Players
Bodø/Glimt’s Standout Performers
Bodø/Glimt’s Jens Petter Hauge distinguished himself during the league phase, becoming the only player to create over 20 chances and complete over 20 dribbles. He excelled with 20 chances created and 26 completed dribbles, leading the competition in chances created from carries with 14.
Inter’s Tactical Approach
- 41.1% of Inter Milan’s attacks this season have been initiated down their left flank, the highest proportion in the league phase.
- Federico Dimarco, their left wing-back, is the team’s top chance creator, accumulating 11 assists so far.
Historic Goal Scorers
Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martínez is a notable figure in their lineup, having scored 25 goals in the UEFA Champions League. He ranks among the top all-time scorers for Italian clubs in the competition, following legends like Alessandro Del Piero and Filippo Inzaghi.
Player Participation
| Player Name | Minutes Played |
|---|---|
| Odin Bjørtuft | Every Minute |
| Patrick Berg | Every Minute |
| Fredrik Sjøvold | Every Minute |
This match promises to be a compelling spectacle as Bodø/Glimt and Inter Milan battle not just for victory, but for a place in Champions League history.
