Bodo/Glimt Stuns Inter Milan in Champions League Upset
Milan, Italy – In a stunning upset, Bodo/Glimt eliminated Inter Milan from the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, winning 2-1 on the night and 5-2 on aggregate. The Norwegian side advances to the Round of 16, marking a historic moment for the club.
Match Recap
The match, played at San Siro, saw Inter Milan struggle to overcome a 3-1 deficit from the first leg. Despite dominating possession with 70.5% of the ball, Inter Milan could only manage one goal, scored by Alessandro Bastoni in the 76th minute. ESPN reports that Jens Petter Hauge and Hakon Evjen scored for Bodo/Glimt, securing their place in the next round.
Key Moments
- 58th Minute: Jens Petter Hauge scores for Bodo/Glimt, extending their aggregate lead.
- 72nd Minute: Hakon Evjen adds another goal for Bodo/Glimt, seemingly sealing Inter Milan’s fate.
- 76th Minute: Alessandro Bastoni scores for Inter Milan, but it proves to be a consolation goal.
Lineups
Inter Milan: Sommer, Bastoni, Akanji, Bisseck, Dimarco, Barella, Zielinski, Frattesi, Luis Henrique, Thuram, Esposito.
Bodo/Glimt: Details of the Bodo/Glimt lineup were not fully provided in the available sources.
Statistical Overview
While Inter Milan controlled possession, Bodo/Glimt proved more clinical in front of goal. Key statistics from the match include:
- Possession: Inter Milan 70.5%, Bodo/Glimt 29.5%
- Shots on Goal: Inter Milan 7, Bodo/Glimt 5
- Shot Attempts: Inter Milan 30, Bodo/Glimt 7
- Corner Kicks: Inter Milan 16, Bodo/Glimt 1
- Saves: Inter Milan 3, Bodo/Glimt 4
What’s Next for Bodo/Glimt?
Bodo/Glimt will now face either Manchester City or Sporting CP in the Round of 16. The Athletic notes that Bodo/Glimt has already defeated Manchester City this season, adding to the intrigue of a potential rematch.
Lautaro Martínez Absence
Inter Milan was without their captain and star striker, Lautaro Martínez, due to an injury sustained in the first leg. BeIN SPORTS highlighted this as a significant setback for the Italian side.