Bodø/Glimt vs Tottenham Prediction and Betting Tips on May 8, 2025
Game Prediction
Bodø/Glimt will host Tottenham Hotspur at the Aspmyra Stadion on May 8, 2025, in the second leg of their UEFA Europa League semi-final tie at 19:00 UTC. The Norwegian side trails 3-1 from the first leg, while Spurs aim to secure their spot in the final in Bilbao.
Bodø/Glimt vs Tottenham Key Stats & Trends
- Bodø/Glimt have won 2 of their last 5 games.
- Bodø/Glimt average 2.4 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per game.
- The Norwegian side won all of their last 5 games across all competitions.
- Tottenham won 2 of their last 5 games.
- Tottenham averages 1.4 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per game.
- Spurs won 20% of their last 5 away games.
Bodø/Glimt vs Tottenham Recent Form
Bodø/Glimt face an uphill battle after a 3-1 defeat in London, where they were outshot 24-3. Despite the loss, Ulrik Saltnes’ late goal keeps their hopes alive. The Norwegian champions have been formidable at home, winning their last five competitive matches at Aspmyra Stadion, including a 2-0 victory over Lazio in the quarter-finals.
Tottenham, meanwhile, are riding high after their dominant first-leg performance. Despite a dismal Premier League campaign—sitting 16th with 38 points from 35 games—Spurs have been a different beast in Europe, winning seven of their 13 Europa League matches. A 1-1 draw against West Ham last weekend ended a run of three consecutive league losses, offering some stability as they head to Norway.
Form
- Bodø/Glimt: L-D-W-W-L
- Tottenham : W-L-L-W-D
Injury & Team News
Bodø/Glimt will be without midfielder Gaude Vetti. He is expected to be the only notable absentee for the Norwegian side in this decisive second leg game at home.
Meanwhile, Tottenham will probably get back both James Maddison and Dominic Solanke who were subbed off last week ‘due to precaution’ according to Spurs coach Ange Postecoglu. Meanwhile, Heung-min Son is expected to be back from his ankle injury. However, Lucas Bergvall and Radu Dragusin are ruled out.
Predicted Line-ups
- Tottenham possible line-up: Vicario, Porro, Romero, van de Ven, Udogie, Bentancur, Bergvall, Maddison, Odobert, Solanke, Son Heung-min
- Bodø/Glimt possible: Haikin; Sjøvold, Nilsen, Gundersen, Bjørkan; Evjen, Berg, Saltnes; Blomberg, Høgh, Hauge
Bodø/Glimt vs Tottenham Pre-game Odds & Win Probability
Tottenham are favored to progress, with bookmakers giving them a 3% chance of winning the tie outright, reflected in odds of 2.55 for an away win or draw. Bodø/Glimt’s chances of overturning the deficit are priced at 2.71 (36%) for a home win, with a draw at 3.93 (25%). To advance, Bodø/Glimt need to win by at least two goals (or three if Tottenham score).
Correct Score Prediction: Bodø/Glimt 1-2 Tottenham
Despite Bodø/Glimt’s strong home form, Tottenham are likely to walk away from this second leg with another win. A 1-2 away victory for the visitors is plausible.
Expert Tip: Both Teams to Score ‘Yes’
Given both sides’ recent goal scoring record, both sides are likely to find each’s back of the nets. So betting on ‘Both Teams To Score Yes’ available at odds of 1.47 (64% probability) would be a smart bet.
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