Bodo/Glimt Stuns Inter Milan, Reaches Champions League Last 16

In a stunning upset, Bodø/Glimt has eliminated Inter Milan from the UEFA Champions League, securing a 5-2 aggregate victory and a place in the last 16. The Norwegian side continued their fairytale run, adding another major European scalp to their impressive collection.

Match Recap: Inter Milan 1-2 Bodø/Glimt

The decisive second leg, played at San Siro on February 24, 2026, saw Bodø/Glimt emerge victorious with a 2-1 win. Inter Milan, needing to overcome a 3-1 first-leg deficit, struggled to break down a resolute Bodø/Glimt defense.

Alessandro Bastoni scored for Inter in the 76th minute, briefly igniting hopes of a comeback, but it proved insufficient. Bodø/Glimt’s Evjen extended their lead in the 72nd minute with a clinical finish, and Hauge had previously put the visitors ahead in the 58th minute after capitalizing on a costly mistake by Inter’s Akanji.

First Leg Advantage

Bodø/Glimt initially defeated Inter Milan 3-1 in Norway, establishing a significant advantage heading into the second leg. Goals from Jens Petter Hauge, Kasper Waarts Hogh, and Sondre Fet secured the win for the Norwegian side. Francesco Pio Esposito scored the lone goal for Inter in the first leg.

Inter’s Struggles

Inter Milan faced challenges leading up to and during the tie, notably the absence of captain Lautaro Martínez. Despite being eight points clear at the top of Serie A, Inter were unable to replicate their domestic form in the Champions League against the determined Norwegian outfit.

Bodø/Glimt’s Remarkable Run

Bodø/Glimt’s success is particularly remarkable considering they were still in their off-season during the Champions League knockout stage playoff. They have previously defeated Manchester City and Atletico Madrid, demonstrating their ability to compete with Europe’s elite clubs.

Key Takeaways

• Bodø/Glimt has eliminated Inter Milan from the Champions League with a 5-2 aggregate score.
• The Norwegian side is in their off-season but has consistently outperformed expectations.
• Inter Milan’s absence of key player Lautaro Martínez impacted their performance.
• Bodø/Glimt’s victory is considered a major upset in European football.

Bodø/Glimt’s journey in the Champions League continues, and they will be a team to watch in the last 16. Their success story serves as an inspiration and a testament to the growing competitiveness of football outside of the traditional European powerhouses.

Sources:

New York Times, beIN SPORTS, BBC Sport