Bodø / Glimt
Union Saint-Gilloise
>Bodø / Glimt vs Union Saint-Gilloise Prediction & Betting Tips – 11/08/2026
Aspmyra Stadion plays host to a blockbuster Champions League third qualifying round second leg on 11 August, with Bodø/Glimt welcoming Union Saint-Gilloise in a tie locked at 3-3 from a breathless encounter in Belgium. The aggregate scoreline means the Norwegian side advance on away goals with a goalless draw, but anything else demands a result. For Union, only a win or a score draw in their favour will do. Situated north of the Arctic Circle, this is one of European football's most inhospitable away trips, and the stakes could hardly be higher.
Match Analysis
Bodø / Glimt enter this second leg at Aspmyra as clear favorites at 1.54, needing only a win or a goalless draw to advance. Eleven games unbeaten and top of the Eliteserien, they carry formidable momentum into this Arctic fortress.
- 11-game unbeaten run across all competitions heading into this decisive second leg.
- 41 goals in 16 Eliteserien matches (2.56 per game) underlines relentless attacking output.
- 14 goals scored in last 5 fixtures against only 3 conceded, showing elite two-way form.
- Patrick Berg and Jens Petter Hauge both available and both contributed directly in the 3-3 first leg.
Union Saint-Gilloise arrive in Norway at 4.30 with genuine attacking threats: Raul Florucz (first-leg brace) and Anan Khalaili are both in the probable XI. However, their recent defensive record and a hostile Aspmyra crowd present a severe test.
- 12 goals conceded in last 5 fixtures exposes a worrying defensive fragility on the road.
- Away record at Arctic European venues is historically poor against in-form Norwegian sides.
- 3-3 aggregate means Union must score to advance, forcing an open approach that suits Glimt.
Key point: With both defenses showing vulnerabilities and the tie wide open, the double chance covering a Glimt win or draw combined with over 2.5 goals offers a compelling alternative angle at N/A.
Form & Statistics: Bodø / Glimt vs Union Saint-Gilloise
Bodø / Glimt
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Union Saint-Gilloise
Recent form
Season statistics (1)
Bodø / Glimt vs Union Saint-Gilloise: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Lineups: Bodø / Glimt vs Union Saint-Gilloise
Bodø / Glimt
Starters
- 1 Nikita Haikin
- 2 Fredrik Sjoevold
- 3 Odin Luraas Bjoertuft
- 4 Jostein Gundersen
- 5 Fredrik Andre Bjoerkan
- 6 Sondre Auklend
- 7 Patrick Berg
- 8 Sondre Brunstad Fet
- 9 Ole Blomberg
- 10 Ola Brynhildsen
- 11 Jens Petter Hauge
Bench
- Joshua Kitolano
- Andreas Helmersen
- Isak Määttä
- Haitam Aleesami
- Julian Lund
- Villads Nielsen
- M. Bro Hansen
Absent
- Daniel Bassi (injury)
- Odin Luras Bjortuft (injury)
- August Mikkelsen (injury)
- Ulrik Saltnes (injury)
- Håkon Evjen (injury)
Union Saint-Gilloise
Starters
- 1 Vic Chambaere
- 2 Kevin Mac Allister
- 3 Massire Sylla
- 4 Ross Sykes
- 5 Anan Khalaili
- 6 Rob Schoofs
- 7 Kamiel van de Perre
- 8 Guilherme Smith
- 9 Raul Florucz
- 10 Darius Olaru
- 11 Mohammed Fuseini
Bench
- Nikki Havenaar
- Besfort Zeneli
- Kevin Rodríguez
- Promise David
- Ousseynou Niang
- G. Kavlashvili
- Keo Boets
- Louis Patris
- Mateo Biondic
- R. Mofokeng
Medium confidence
Both sides line up in attack-minded shapes for this second leg, with Bodø/Glimt's 4-3-3 set against Union Saint-Gilloise's 3-4-3. The Norwegian champions will look to Jens Petter Hauge to provide the cutting edge on the flank, while Patrick Berg anchors the midfield engine room.
For the visitors, the three-at-the-back structure gives Union Saint-Gilloise width through their wing-backs, with Darius Olaru offering creative threat in behind the forwards. Both lineups mirror those fielded in the first leg, suggesting neither manager is inclined to alter a formula that has already been tested at this stage.
Our Verdict
With the aggregate level at 3-3, Bodø/Glimt hold the advantage: a win or even a goalless draw sends them through. Their eleven-match unbeaten run, allied to Aspmyra's fearsome reputation above the Arctic Circle, makes the home win at 1.54 the standout selection. Union Saint-Gilloise showed resilience in the first leg, but their competitive season is barely a fortnight old, and away European form remains unproven. Expect Glimt's attacking intent to prove decisive. Prediction: Bodø/Glimt to win.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Bodø / Glimt vs Union Saint-Gilloise?
With the aggregate level at 3-3, Bodø / Glimt are the clear pick to win this return leg at Aspmyra. Eleven matches unbeaten, top of the Eliteserien, and a ferocious home atmosphere make them formidable opponents. Union Saint-Gilloise have conceded 12 goals in their last five fixtures, and Glimt's attack should exploit that fragility. Back the home win at 1.54.
What time does Bodø / Glimt vs Union Saint-Gilloise kick off?
This Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round second leg kicks off at 16:00 UTC on Tuesday, 11 August 2026. The match takes place at Aspmyra Stadion in Bodø, Norway, a compact and atmospheric ground in the Arctic Circle that has earned a formidable reputation as one of European football's more inhospitable venues for visiting sides.
Where can I watch Bodø / Glimt vs Union Saint-Gilloise on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for this Champions League qualifying fixture will vary depending on your territory. In most European markets, UEFA's broadcast partners, including TNT Sports in the United Kingdom, typically hold rights to qualifying round matches. It is advisable to check your local listings or the relevant broadcaster's schedule to confirm coverage for this specific fixture.
What is Bodø / Glimt's recent record against Union Saint-Gilloise?
The head-to-head record between these two sides is extremely limited. The only confirmed meeting on record is the first leg of this very tie, played in Belgium on 4 August 2026, which ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw. Bodø / Glimt twice led through Patrick Berg and Ole Blomberg, before Odin Luras Bjortuft rescued parity in stoppage time.