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Bodo/Glimt vs. Tottenham Hotspur Preview: Europa League Second Leg Odds & Who’s Favoured to Reach the Final
Tottenham Hotspur aims to seal their position in the 2024-25 Europa League Final when they visit Aspmyra Stadion to compete against Bodo/Glimt on Thursday, 8th May at 8 PM (UK time).
Ange Postecoglou’s team holds a 3-1 lead heading into the second leg of their semi-final, meaning that they’ll only need a draw, at the least, to reach the final! Get the tickets here!
With the Europa League semi-final odds for the second leg live, let’s take a closer look at who’s likely to reach the final from this upcoming game.
Bodo/Glimt vs. Spurs Second-Leg Preview
Bodo/Glimt entered the semi-finals as significant underdogs, a status that remains unchanged following the first leg. The Norwegian team has experienced a successful campaign in the Europa League this season, with some notable results.
Bodo/Glimt just failed to secure an automatic last-16 position due to goal difference, concluding the group stage in ninth place. They defeated Twente and Olympiacos to get to the quarter-finals, the latter with a rather comfortable aggregate victory of 4-2. In the quarter-finals, Bodo/Glimt eliminated Lazio via penalties after relinquishing a 2-0 lead from the first leg. They will be optimistic that Ulrik Saltnes’ late goal has afforded them an opportunity.
Bodo/Glimt: Previous 6 Matches
| 07.10.2025 | Tottenham | 3-1 | Bodo/Glimt | UEL |
| 30.09.2025 | Bodo/Glimt | 3-0 | Oslo | No1 |
| 24.09.2025 | IK Junkeren | 1-5 | Bodo/Glimt | NoC |
| 16.09.2025 | Molde | 2-2 | Bodo/Glimt | No1 |
| 02.09.2025 | Lazio | 2-0 | Bodo/Glimt | UEL |
| 29.08.2025 | Bodo/Glimt | 2-0 | Lazio | UEL |
Meanwhile, Tottenham has positioned itself favourably to reach the Europa League final. It contrasts dramatically with their Premier League season, as Postecoglou’s team failed to secure a position in the top half of the standings.
They have typically succeeded in the Europa League, securing victories in five of their eight group stage matches. They’ve also had to overcome an early deficit to defeat AZ Alkmaar in the Round of 16, although they were more dominant in their quarter-final victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, despite the score not reflecting this dominance.
Tottenham: Previous 6 Matches
| 01.05.2025 | Tottenham | 3-1 | Bodo/Glimt | UEL |
| 27.04.2025 | Liverpool | 5-1 | Tottenham | EPL |
| 21.04.2025 | Tottenham | 1-2 | N.Forest | EPL |
| 17.04.2025 | E.Frankfurt | 0-1 | Tottenham | UEL |
| 13.04.2025 | Wolves | 4-2 | Tottenham | EPL |
| 10.04.2025 | Tottenham | 1-1 | E.Frankfurt | UEL |
Bodo/Glimt vs. Tottenham: The Betting Odds
Bodo/Glimt 2/1
Draw 31/10
Tottenham 13/10
To no surprise, bookmakers on Gambling.com place Bodo/Glimt with an unlikely probability of winning the game and an even lower chance of reaching the Europa League final.
Does Bodo/Glimt Stand a Chance?
The betting odds suggest that Tottenham has already attained the Europa League final, although Ange Postecoglou’s team has encountered several challenges this season, and Bodo/Glimt have the capability to pose a significant threat.
Tottenham has experienced a dismal season. They are now 16th in the Premier League with only three matches remaining. Reports indicate that Postecoglou is poised to leave at the conclusion of the campaign, irrespective of their Europa League outcome.
The persistent uncertainty proved detrimental, as they were decisively defeated 5-1 by Liverpool at Anfield. The Reds registered 25 shots en route to securing the title.
Spurs have maintained only two clean sheets in their previous 18 matches in all competitions. With 56 goals surrendered in the league, only West Ham, Wolves, and the relegated bunch have allowed more in 35 matches.
The positive aspect is that the north Londoners possess the offensive prowess to challenge the Norwegian underdogs, as seen by their 3-1 victory in the first leg. Their sole scoreless match in 12 European encounters was a 1-0 defeat to AZ Alkmaar.
Bodo/Glimt vs. Tottenham: Prediction
Glimt defeated Lazio in the quarter-finals and previously faced Premier League competition, narrowly losing to Manchester United 3-2 at Old Trafford in November.
Having played just four matches in their domestic season, Glimt’s freshness may confer advantages, since they have accumulated 31 goals in 15 European fixtures, ensuring that those backing both teams to score are rewarded.
However, after the 3-1 demolishing Spurs handed them in the first leg, it’s difficult to envision the Norwegian side netting enough goals to exceed the aggregate score, and with Spurs having to only play for a draw to advance, they’ll be no risky football from Ange’s squad, thus giving them a huge advantage defensively.
Bodo/Glimt vs. Tottenham Best Bet: Both Teams to Score @ 8/15
Bodo/Glimt vs. Tottenham Best Betting Value: Draw @ 31/10
Bodo/Glimt vs. Tottenham Score Prediction: 1-1
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