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>NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt Predictions, Picks & Odds – 19/08/2026
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NEC Nijmegen are living a dream run in their maiden Champions League campaign, and the Goffertstadion will be rocking for this play-off first leg. Their extra-time triumph over Olympiacos, sealed by Emre Mor's decisive strike, showed real character. However, domestic form has been poor, with no wins recorded so far this season. Injuries to Sami Ouaissa and Philippe Sandler from that gruelling Olympiacos clash add further concern heading into this fixture.
Bodø/Glimt arrive in the Netherlands carrying serious European pedigree after their remarkable run to the Champions League Round of 16 last season, where they toppled Manchester City, Atletico Madrid, and Inter Milan. Kjetil Knutsen's side have been outstanding domestically, winning four of their last five matches in the Eliteserien. Their dramatic aggregate victory over Union Saint-Gilloise confirmed their quality under pressure. Stability under Knutsen, who committed his future until 2029, gives this squad a settled, confident look.
Bodø/Glimt's pedigree in this competition speaks volumes. Their memorable run to the Round of 16 last season, which included victories over Manchester City, Atletico Madrid, and Inter Milan, gives them a psychological edge NEC simply cannot match. Kjetil Knutsen's side have won four of their last five matches across all competitions, arriving in the Netherlands with genuine momentum.
NEC's resilience cannot be dismissed entirely. Their extra-time triumph over Olympiacos showed character, with Emre Mor delivering the decisive moment. However, the early injuries to Sami Ouaissa and Philippe Sandler during that match could leave Rogier Meijer's squad short of defensive options for this crucial tie against a far more experienced European opponent.
The away win at 2.50 represents the strongest value in this fixture. Bodø/Glimt's 76% domestic win rate dwarfs NEC's struggles in the Eredivisie, and the Norwegian side's comfort at the highest level of European football tilts this contest firmly in their favour. Backing the visitors to take a first-leg advantage feels well supported by the form and quality gap between these two sides.
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Trends to Know about NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt
- Bodø/Glimt boast 76% domestic win rate
- NEC carry 0% league win percentage
- Glimt beat City, Atletico, Inter recently
Form & Statistics: NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt
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Bodø / Glimt
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Lineups: NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt
NEC Nijmegen
Starters
- 1 Gonzalo Crettaz
- 2 Tobias Storm
- 3 Brayann Pereira
- 4 Deveron Fonville
- 5 Emre Mor
- 6 Darko Nejašmić
- 7 Noe Lebreton
- 8 Dusan Tadic
- 9 Tjarron Chery
- 10 Dirk Bischoff
Bench
- Kaj Sierhuis
- Kevin Kers
- Roberto Monteiro
Absent
- Philippe Sandler (injury)
- Thomas Ouwejan (injury)
- Koki Ogawa (injury)
- Bryan Linssen (injury)
- Sami Ouaissa (injury)
- Yassin Moslih (injury)
- Perr Schuurs (Knee surgery)
- Bram Nuytinck (Ankle injury)
Bodø / Glimt
Starters
- 1 Nikita Haikin
- 2 Fredrik Sjoevold
- 3 Odin Luraas Bjoertuft
- 4 Fredrik Andre Bjoerkan
- 5 Sondre Auklend
- 6 Patrick Berg
- 7 Sondre Brunstad Fet
- 8 Ole Blomberg
- 9 Ola Brynhildsen
- 10 Jens Petter Hauge
Absent
- Håkon Evjen (injury)
- Ulrik Saltnes (injury)
- Jostein Gundersen (injury)
- August Mikkelsen (injury)
- Daniel Bassi (injury)
- Odin Luras Bjortuft (injury)
Low confidence
A 3-4-2-1 versus 4-3-3 shapes up as the tactical frame here, though NEC's side carries a confidence caveat: their speculated lineup is drawn from a single source, while Bodø/Glimt's XI is backed by multiple credible outlets and should be considered the more reliable of the two.
Dusan Tadic is the creative fulcrum in NEC's double-ten structure, tasked with unlocking a Norwegian back four that will look to press aggressively in transition. Jens Petter Hauge on the left channel is Glimt's primary threat, and how NEC's wide midfielders handle his movement could define the tie's first leg.
How to Watch NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt Match?
What time is NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt?
NEC Nijmegen host Bodø / Glimt at the Goffertstadion on August 19, 2026, with kickoff set for 20:00.
Where is NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt being played?
This Champions League play-off clash takes place at the Goffertstadion in Nijmegen, Netherlands.
How Can I Watch NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt on TV and Live Stream?
Fans can watch NEC Nijmegen vs Bodø / Glimt live on local Champions League broadcast partners.