{"id":3669,"date":"2026-08-17T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/nec-nijmegen-vs-bodo-glimt-predictions-picks-odds-19-08-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T19:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T19:00:00","slug":"nec-nijmegen-vs-bodo-glimt-predictions-picks-odds-19-08-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/nec-nijmegen-vs-bodo-glimt-predictions-picks-odds-19-08-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"NEC Nijmegen vs Bod\u00f8 \/ Glimt Predictions, Picks & Odds – 19\/08\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n \"\"\n Champions League<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \"NEC\n NEC Nijmegen<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 19 Aug 2026<\/span>\n 19:00<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n \"Bodø\n Bodø \/ Glimt<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n Prediction:<\/span>\n
\n Bodø \/ Glimt to win<\/span>\n 2.50<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n Continue\"Stake\" ><\/a>\n \n <\/div>\n
\n Pick your prediction<\/span>\n
\"\" NEC Nijmegen<\/a>Draw<\/a>\"\" Bodø \/ Glimt<\/a><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt Predictions, Picks & Odds – 19\/08\/2026<\/h1>
\"\"Champions League · Play-offs<\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg> 19 Aug 2026<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Goffertstadion<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Louis Hecq<\/span><\/div>
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NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt – Best bets of the match<\/h3>\n
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Bookmaker<\/th>1<\/th>X<\/th>2<\/th>Bonus info<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
Stake<\/strong><\/td>2.55<\/span><\/td>3.60<\/span><\/td>2.50<\/span><\/td>Continue<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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<\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n
2: Bodø \/ Glimt to win<\/div>\n
\n 2.50<\/span><\/span>\n on Stake\"Stake\"<\/span>\n · Confidence Medium<\/span>\n <\/div>\n \n
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 20 Aug 2026 at 00:15 · Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/svg>Competition:<\/strong> Champions League<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/line><\/svg>Stage:<\/strong> Play-offs<\/span><\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg>Date:<\/strong> 19 Aug 2026<\/span><\/div>
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg>Time:<\/strong> 19:00 UTC<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/circle><\/svg>Stadium:<\/strong> Goffertstadion<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>

NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt Preview<\/h2>

NEC Nijmegen are living a dream run in their maiden Champions League campaign. Their dramatic extra-time victory over Olympiacos, sealed by Emre Mor's decisive strike, carried them into the play-off round. However, concerns linger after Sami Ouaissa and Philippe Sandler were forced off with early injuries during that gruelling encounter. Domestically, NEC have struggled for consistency, and the Goffertstadion faithful will need to produce a special atmosphere to lift their side.<\/p>

Bodø\/Glimt arrive in Nijmegen carrying genuine European pedigree. Their remarkable run to the Champions League Round of 16 last season, which included victories over Manchester City, Atletico Madrid, and Inter Milan, established them as a side capable of punching well above their weight. Kjetil Knutsen's men edged past Union Saint-Gilloise in a thrilling aggregate win and have been in strong domestic form, winning four of their last five competitive fixtures.<\/p>

Bodø\/Glimt's pedigree in European competition sets them apart here. Their remarkable run to the Round of 16 last season, which included victories over Manchester City, Atletico Madrid, and Inter Milan, demonstrates they belong at the highest level. NEC's Champions League debut has been admirable, but the Norwegian side's experience in knockout ties gives them a clear edge at 2.50<\/span>.<\/p>

NEC's injury concerns compound the challenge. Losing both Sami Ouaissa and Philippe Sandler during the extra-time win over Olympiacos leaves Rogier Meijer with fewer options in defence. Bodø\/Glimt, under the steady hand of Kjetil Knutsen, arrive with superior domestic form, winning four of their last five Eliteserien matches compared to NEC's winless Eredivisie record.<\/p>

The away win at 2.50<\/span> represents the strongest selection in this play-off first leg. Bodø\/Glimt's attacking output during qualifying, highlighted by six goals across two legs against Union Saint-Gilloise, suggests they carry genuine threat on the road. NEC fought hard to reach this stage, but the quality gap favours the visitors to take a decisive advantage back to Norway.<\/p>

Trends to Know about NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt<\/h2>
  • Bodø\/Glimt boast 76% domestic win rate<\/li>
  • NEC carry 0% league win percentage<\/li>
  • Glimt scored six across qualifying legs<\/li><\/ul>
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    Form & Statistics: NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt<\/h3>\n
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    NEC Nijmegen<\/h4>\n

    Recent form<\/p>\n

    W<\/span>D<\/span><\/div>\n
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    <\/span>Wins<\/span>1\/2 (50%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Draws<\/span>1\/2 (50%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Losses<\/span>0\/2 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

    Season statistics (2)<\/p>\n

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    3.6<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    76%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    2.1<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    1.5<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>
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    Bodø \/ Glimt<\/h4>\n

    Recent form<\/p>\n

    W<\/span>D<\/span>L<\/span>W<\/span>W<\/span><\/div>\n
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    <\/span>Wins<\/span>3\/5 (60%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Draws<\/span>1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Losses<\/span>1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

    Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n

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    3.5<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    37%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    2.6<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    0.9<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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    Statistic<\/th>NEC Nijmegen<\/th><\/th>Bodø \/ Glimt<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
    Last 5 results<\/td>1W 1D<\/td>·<\/td>3W 1D 1L<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals scored<\/td>2.1<\/td>·<\/td>2.6<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals conceded<\/td>1.5<\/td>·<\/td>0.9<\/td><\/tr>
    Under 2.5 (last 5)<\/td>1\/2<\/td>·<\/td>0\/5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n<\/div>
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    \n Probable lineup<\/span>\n

    Lineups: NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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    NEC Nijmegen<\/h4>
    3-4-2-1<\/div>

    Starters<\/p>

    1. 1<\/span> Gonzalo Crettaz<\/li>
    2. 2<\/span> Tobias Storm<\/li>
    3. 3<\/span> Brayann Pereira<\/li>
    4. 4<\/span> Deveron Fonville<\/li>
    5. 5<\/span> Emre Mor<\/li>
    6. 6<\/span> Darko Nejašmić<\/li>
    7. 7<\/span> Noe Lebreton<\/li>
    8. 8<\/span> Dusan Tadic<\/li>
    9. 9<\/span> Tjarron Chery<\/li>
    10. 10<\/span> Dirk Bischoff<\/li><\/ol>

      Bench<\/p>

      • Kaj Sierhuis<\/li>
      • Kevin Kers<\/li>
      • Roberto Monteiro<\/li><\/ul>

        Absent<\/p>

        • Philippe Sandler (injury)<\/span><\/li>
        • Thomas Ouwejan (injury)<\/span><\/li>
        • Koki Ogawa (injury)<\/span><\/li>
        • Bryan Linssen (injury)<\/span><\/li>
        • Sami Ouaissa (injury)<\/span><\/li>
        • Yassin Moslih (injury)<\/span><\/li>
        • Perr Schuurs (Knee surgery)<\/span><\/li>
        • Bram Nuytinck (Ankle injury)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>

          Bodø \/ Glimt<\/h4>
          4-3-3<\/div>

          Starters<\/p>

          1. 1<\/span> Nikita Haikin<\/li>
          2. 2<\/span> Fredrik Sjoevold<\/li>
          3. 3<\/span> Odin Luraas Bjoertuft<\/li>
          4. 4<\/span> Fredrik Andre Bjoerkan<\/li>
          5. 5<\/span> Sondre Auklend<\/li>
          6. 6<\/span> Patrick Berg<\/li>
          7. 7<\/span> Sondre Brunstad Fet<\/li>
          8. 8<\/span> Ole Blomberg<\/li>
          9. 9<\/span> Ola Brynhildsen<\/li>
          10. 10<\/span> Jens Petter Hauge<\/li><\/ol>

            Absent<\/p>

            • Håkon Evjen (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Ulrik Saltnes (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Jostein Gundersen (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • August Mikkelsen (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Daniel Bassi (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Odin Luras Bjortuft (injury)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

              Low confidence<\/p>\n<\/div>

              A 3-4-2-1 versus 4-3-3 contest shapes up here, though NEC Nijmegen's XI carries a speculated tag, drawn from their previous Champions League outing, while Bodø\/Glimt's formation is backed by multiple credible sources. That confidence gap is worth keeping in mind before treating both sides as equally settled.<\/p>

              For the Norwegian visitors, Jens Petter Hauge<\/strong> on the flank will be the creative focal point in Glimt's wide-pressing 4-3-3. NEC's three-man defence, anchored around Pereira and Storm, will need to hold its shape against Glimt's relentless high-tempo transitions, a style that has caused problems for far more established European sides.<\/p>

              How to Watch NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt Match?<\/h2>

              What time is NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt?<\/h3>

              NEC Nijmegen host Bodø\/Glimt at the Goffertstadion on 19 August 2026<\/strong>, with kickoff set for 20:00 BST<\/strong>.<\/p>

              Where is NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt being played?<\/h3>

              This Champions League play-off clash takes place at the Goffertstadion<\/strong> in Nijmegen, Netherlands.<\/p>

              How Can I Watch NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt on TV and Live Stream?<\/h2>

              Indian viewers can watch this Champions League play-off on Sony Sports Network<\/strong> and stream via SonyLIV<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt Predictions, Picks & Odds – 19\/08\/2026 NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø \/ Glimt Preview NEC Nijmegen are living a dream run in their maiden Champions League campaign. Their dramatic extra-time victory over Olympiacos, sealed by Emre Mor’s decisive strike, carried them into the play-off round. However, concerns linger after Sami […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3668,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_mux_skip_reasons":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[31],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3669","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-predictions"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3669","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3669"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3669\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3668"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3669"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3669"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3669"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}