Bodø/Glimt's Unlikely Champions League Odyssey

Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt has stunned football giants by advancing in the Champions League, defeating Manchester City and Atletico Madrid. Now poised for a potential clash with Real Madrid or Inter Milan, the club has defied odds despite its remote Arctic location and harsh conditions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 29-01-2026 09:25 IST | Created: 29-01-2026 09:25 IST
Bodø/Glimt's Unlikely Champions League Odyssey
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In a sensational turn of events, Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt has taken the Champions League by storm, achieving remarkable victories against powerhouses Manchester City and Atletico Madrid. The club's success sees them advance to a possible showdown with European giants Real Madrid or Inter Milan.

Wednesday's impressive 2-1 comeback against Atletico Madrid was pivotal, as coach Kjetil Knutsen expressed immense pride over the team's accomplishments. He emphasized the unique standing of Bodø/Glimt's achievements in European football and highlighted their capability to surprise bigger clubs.

As the fishing town of Bodø watches on, located over 1,000 kilometers north of Oslo, their team prepares for a historic encounter. The harsh winter conditions and synthetic pitch at their Aspmyra stadium have become an unlikely fortress, unsettling even the most esteemed opponents.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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