Bodø/Glimt Makes Champions League History, Reaching the Round of 16.

Bodø/Glimt's Historic Achievement

According to Novyny.live: Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt has made history by defeating Italy's Inter Milan in the second leg of the 2025/26 Champions League playoff. This landmark victory secured the club's first-ever place in the tournament's Round of 16. The match, held at the iconic Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milan, saw the Norwegian side deliver a stunning performance against the Italian giants.

Match Details and Result

Bodø/Glimt secured a 2-1 victory on the night. The goals for the Norwegian champions were scored by:

• Jens Petter Hauge in the 58th minute
• Håkon Evjen in the 72nd minute

Inter Milan managed only one reply, a goal from Alessandro Bastoni in the 76th minute. With this result, Bodø/Glimt progressed with a commanding 5-2 aggregate score over the two legs. This progression marks a significant milestone for a club that only made its European debut a few years ago.

Qualifying for the Champions League knockout stages is a monumental event for Bodø/Glimt and highlights the rising standard of Norwegian football in Europe. In the next round, the team will face a formidable opponent: either Manchester City or Sporting CP.

This victory over a European powerhouse like Inter Milan is likely to boost global interest in Norwegian football, proving that clubs from smaller leagues can compete at the highest level. The success also opens new opportunities for the club's players, who may now attract attention from top European scouts. The upcoming match against a world-class opponent will be a crucial test for Bodø/Glimt and could be a defining moment for the club's future on the international stage.