Bodo/Glimt Stuns Inter Milan in Champions League Playoff First Leg
Bodo/Glimt continued their remarkable Champions League journey with a stunning 3-1 victory over Inter Milan in the first leg of their playoff tie on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The Norwegian side, located north of the Arctic Circle, has already upset Manchester City and Atlético Madrid this season, and now poses a significant threat to the Champions League runner-up.
Match Recap
Sondre Brunstad Fet opened the scoring for Bodo/Glimt in the 20th minute, giving the home side an early lead. Inter Milan responded through Francesco Pio Esposito in the 30th minute, leveling the score. However, Bodo/Glimt regained control in the second half with goals from Jens Petter Hauge (61st minute) and Kasper Høgh (64th minute), securing a commanding advantage heading into the second leg.
Key Moments
- 20th Minute: Sondre Brunstad Fet scores for Bodo/Glimt.
- 30th Minute: Francesco Pio Esposito equalizes for Inter Milan.
- 61st Minute: Jens Petter Hauge puts Bodo/Glimt ahead.
- 64th Minute: Kasper Høgh extends Bodo/Glimt’s lead.
Other Champions League Results – February 18, 2026
- Qarabag 1-6 Newcastle
- Olympiacos 0-2 Bayer Leverkusen
- Club Brugge 3-3 Atlético de Madrid
What’s Next?
Inter Milan will need to win by at least two goals in the second leg to force extra time, or by three goals to advance directly to the Round of 16. Bodo/Glimt will travel to Milan for the return leg, aiming to complete a historic upset and reach the Champions League group stage.
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