Bodo/Glimt Stuns Inter Milan in Champions League Upset

In a stunning turn of events, Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt eliminated Italian giants Inter Milan from the UEFA Champions League knockout round playoffs on February 24, 2026. The aggregate score of 5-2 in favor of Bodo/Glimt marks one of the biggest upsets in the competition’s history.

Bodo/Glimt’s Historic Run

Bodo/Glimt secured a 2-1 victory at the San Siro, completing a 5-2 aggregate win. This victory makes them the first Norwegian team to ever win a Champions League knockout tie. Their journey to this point included notable wins against Manchester City and Atlético Madrid during the league phase ESPN, solidifying their reputation as a team capable of producing results against the odds.

Match Details

Jens Petter Hauge opened the scoring for Bodo/Glimt in the 58th minute, with Hakon Evjen adding a second goal in the 72nd minute. Alessandro Bastoni managed to pull one back for Inter Milan in the 76th minute, but the damage was already done BBC. The first leg saw Bodo/Glimt win 3-1.

Reactions

Bodo/Glimt coach Kjetil Knutsen expressed his disbelief, stating, “Can you believe it? A team from a small town up north. It’s unbelievable.” ESPN. Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barella acknowledged his team’s disappointment, saying, “We’re disappointed. We want to go as far as possible in every competition. We tried, but they were better than us.” ESPN.

Looking Ahead

Bodo/Glimt will now face either Manchester City or Sporting CP in the round of 16 The Athletic. This remarkable run for the Norwegian club continues to captivate football fans worldwide, proving that anything is possible in the Champions League.