A 3-1 semi-final first-leg victory puts Spurs firmly in the driving seat to reach their first European showpiece in six years, but the hosts’ artificial pitch could prove a real leveller this evening.
Glimt’s home record is impressive, and Spurs will have to raise their standards again if they are to avoid a humbling comeback.
The absence of both James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall will be keenly felt, two players who would have started the game, as Spurs look to again keep their season alive for one more game.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham is scheduled for an 8pm BST kick-off tonight, Thursday, May 8, 2025.
The match will take place at Aspmyra Stadion in the Norwegian town of Bodo, located north of the Arctic Circle.
Bodo/Glimt fans inside the Aspmyra Stadion
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Where to watch Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on TNT Sports 2, with coverage starting at 7pm BST.
Live stream: TNT Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Discovery+ app and website.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Dan Kilpatrick at the ground.
Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham team news
Bodo/Glimt will be able to call upon Andreas Helmersen, Patrick Berg and Hakon Evjen, who were all suspended for the first leg. Key defender Odin Bjortuft, who missed the first leg through injury, will be assessed ahead of the game.
Dejan Kulusevski is likely to come in for the second leg, having started the first on the bench, while Wilson Odobert is pushing to start after scoring against West Ham at the weekend.
James Maddison has been ruled out for the rest of the season
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Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham prediction
Much has been made of Glimt’s artificial pitch, and rightly so. Their record in front of their own fans cannot be ignored; just one defeat in seven in the competition this season with a +11 goal difference. Spurs’ only other experience of playing on an artificial pitch this season saw them taken to extra time in the FA Cup by non-league Tamworth.
Their late first-leg consolation will give Glimt real hope of completing a stunning comeback, and an early goal in the second leg could really put the frighteners into the Spurs squad. Ange Postecoglou will be telling his players to likely keep it tight for the opening stages, gaps will open up as the hosts push for the goals they need. One Spurs goal could kill the tie.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Glimt and Spurs have met just once before, in last week’s semi-final first leg in north London, which the English side won 3-1.
Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham match odds
Bodo/Glimt to reach final: 7/1
Tottenahm to reach final: 1/14
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
