Bodo/Glimt vs Inter prediction - UEFA Champions League, 03:00 on February 19th at Aspmyra
Inter Milan travel to Bodo/Glimt's Aspmyra Stadium aiming to maintain their top 10 position, facing a home team with an impressive scoring record of 2.0 goals per game.
Bodo/Glimt will host Inter Milan at the Aspmyra Stadium at 03:00 on February 19, 2026, in the UEFA Champions League group stage. This match is crucial for both teams' ambitions to advance as the group stage draws to a close.
Current league position and form
| Team | Location | Point | Recent form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inter Milan | 10 | 15 | Win 2, lose 3 |
| Bodo/Glimt | 23 | 9 | 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses |
Inter currently sit 10th in the standings with 15 points, maintaining a strong position in the direct competition. Meanwhile, the Norwegian representative, Bodo/Glimt, is ranked 23rd with 9 points. The home team has played 10 matches, winning 3, drawing 3, and losing 4. Notably, Bodo/Glimt usually perform well at home, with 2 of their 3 wins this season coming at Aspmyra.
Analysis of goal-scoring performance and playing style.
Bodo/Glimt possesses a free-flowing attacking style with an average of 2.0 goals per game. However, their defense remains a weakness, conceding an average of 1.7 goals per game. Conversely, Inter Milan demonstrates the characteristic balance of Italian football, scoring 1.9 goals and conceding only 0.9 goals per game. A solid defense will be the foundation for the Serie A representatives to cope with the pressure from the home team.
Team news: Major losses for Inter.
Inter Milan traveled to Norway with a depleted squad. Creative midfielder H. Calhanoglu was absent due to a muscle injury, a significant blow to their ball distribution. Additionally, full-back D. Dumfries (ankle injury) and midfielder D. Frattesi (illness) were also unavailable for the match.
For Bodo/Glimt, they will be without M. Bro Hansen and G. Sunday. Two other key players, S. Fet and U. Saltnes, are still doubtful and their fitness levels need further assessment before the match.
Tactical analysis and predictions
Despite Inter Milan's superior quality, the artificial turf and harsh weather conditions at Aspmyra always pose a challenge for any top team. Experts estimate the chances are evenly split between the two teams, with Bodo/Glimt having a 35% chance of winning, equivalent to a 35% probability of a draw, while Inter's chances of winning are 30%.
The match is predicted to be a closely contested affair with few goals scored. Choosing the home team to win or draw (Double chance) is considered a viable option based on Bodo/Glimt's home advantage and form.
Team lineup updated at 02:30 on February 19, 2026
Official lineup
Bodo/Glimt
Diagram: 4-3-3
CoachKjetil Knutsen
Starting lineup:
- 12. Nikita Haikin (G)
- 20. Fredrik Sjøvold (D)
- 4. Odin Luras Bjørtuft (D)
- 6. Jostein Gundersen (D)
- 15. Fredrik André Bjørkan (D)
- 26. Håkon Evjen (M)
- 7. Patrick Berg (M)
- 19. Sondre Fet (M)
- 11. Ole Didrik Blomberg (F)
- 9. Kasper Høgh (F)
- 10. Jens Petter Hauge (F)
Substitutes:
- 1. Julian Faye Lund
- 45. Isak Sjong
- 24. Daniel Bassi
- 5. Haitam Aleesami
- 2. Villads Nielsen
- 14. Ulrik Saltnes
- 22. Anders Klynge
- 23. Magnus Riisnæs
- 8. Sondre Auklend
- 94. August Mikkelsen
- 25. Isak Dybvik Määttä
- 21. Andreas Helmersen
Inter
Diagram: 3-5-2
CoachCristian Chivu
Starting lineup:
- 1. Yann Sommer (G)
- 25. Manuel Akanji (D)
- 15. Francesco Acerbi (D)
- 95. Alessandro Bastoni (D)
- 36. Matteo Darmian (M)
- 8. Petar Sučić (M)
- 23. Nicolò Barella (M)
- 22. Henrikh Mkhitaryan (M)
- 30. Carlos Augusto (M)
- 94. Francesco Pio Esposito (F)
- 10. Lautaro Martínez (F)
Substitutes:
- 13. Josep Martínez
- 12. Raffaele Di Gennaro
- 31. Yann Bisseck
- 6. Stefan de Vrij
- 11. Luís Henrique
- 17. Andy Diouf
- 45. Leonardo da Vinci
- 7. Piotr Zieliński
- 32. Federico Dimarco
- 14. Ange-Yoan Bonny
- 9. Marcus Thuram
