Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Europa League match.
The clear difference in quality between Bodø/Glimt and Tottenham Hotspur (1:3) in the first leg of the Europa League semi-final proved to be a decisive factor. Tottenham Hotspur are expected to once again demonstrate defensive organisation during their trip to Norway, having already shown solid form on the road in their quarter-final win over Eintracht Frankfurt (1:0).
Bodø/Glimt
At the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Bodø/Glimt enjoyed 58% possession but managed only three shots and posted an xG statistic of just 0.26. The team’s tactical approach was disrupted by an early goal conceded to Brennan Johnson, forcing Bodø/Glimt to adopt a more open style — a scenario that played perfectly into Tottenham Hotspur’s counter-attacking strengths. Patrick Berg and Håkon Evjen return to the Bodø/Glimt squad following suspensions, but their involvement is unlikely to alter the balance of quality between the two sides.
Tottenham Hotspur
Holding a comfortable lead from the first leg gives Tottenham Hotspur added assurance ahead of their visit to Scandinavia. Over the weekend, the coaching staff opted to rest much of the first-choice squad. In their English Premier League draw against West Ham United (1:1), a rotated line-up continued to refine their counter-attacking system — 44% possession produced seven shots and an xG statistic of 0.48. In European away fixtures this season, Tottenham Hotspur have lost just twice.
Bodø/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur Prediction
Even with full motivation, Bodø/Glimt are unlikely to close the quality gap in just a week. Tottenham Hotspur are expected to maintain their path to a European final.
