Bodo/Glimt vs Sporting CP Preview: Team News & Prediction | 2025-26 UEFA Champions League | Round of 16

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Surprise package Bodo/Glimt continue their remarkable journey when they host Sporting CP in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16.

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Bodo/Glimt preview: Impressive underdogs

It was already a significant achievement for Bodo/Glimt to qualify from the league phase on their inaugural appearance in the UEFA Champions League proper, but their fairytale run continued with a superb 5-2 aggregate defeat of Italian giants Inter in the knockout phase play-offs.

The Norwegian minnows have taken Europe by storm with their unique patterns of play in the attacking areas, with forwards Jans Petter Hauge and Kasper Hogh having formed an excellent partnership.

Sporting CP preview: Under-the-radar

Bodo/Glimt's journey has perhaps overshadowed that of Sporting CP, who have enjoyed a superb European campaign in their own right.

The Portuguese side are the only team outside the traditional 'big five' leagues to have finished in the top eight of the league phase across both seasons since the format was introduced.

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Bodo/Glimt vs Sporting CP prediction

This is a fascinating tie between two clubs who have exceeded expectations in Europe this season.

Having beaten the likes of Man City, Atletico Madrid and Inter (twice), many will be expecting Bodo/Glimt to navigate their way past Sporting CP in the round of 16.

However, the Portuguese side come into this contest riding an unbeaten run of 12 games in all competitions, and it shouldn't be forgotten that they have beaten holders Paris Saint-Germain themselves this season.

Bodo have been impressive at home, but this Sporting CP outfit have goals in them, and we wouldn't be surprised to see this first leg go over 2.5 goals. 

Bodo/Glimt vs Sporting CP Tip: Over 2.5 goals