Match preview: Arctic theatrics at Aspmyra Stadion
The Champions League returns to Bodø for a February night that promises atmosphere and edge. Aspmyra Stadion, a compact arena with an 8,270 capacity, will be the theatre for Bodø / Glimt’s home leg against an in-form Inter on 18/02/2026. The Norwegian side arrive on a wave of confidence from recent results that include wins over Atlético Madrid and Manchester City in the same stretch, evidence of a team that can spring surprises on any stage. Their latest run reads like a roller-coaster of attack-first football — a sequence heavy on victories, with seven wins in the last ten outings and only two losses in that period, which underlines how dangerous they can be when the game opens up.
Form, stats and what they tell us
Inter, however, arrive as the bookmakers’ pick and with sound justification. The Italians have been relentless domestically and carry the momentum of an unbeaten surge through most of their recent fixtures: eight wins in ten with only a single loss. That consistent output is mirrored in their match statistics where Inter’s attacking numbers — a higher average of total shots and more clean sheets away from home — signal control in both creation and defence. The published odds reflect this reality: Inter are priced at 1.65 to win the tie in the match winner market, implying a probability north of 60 percent. Bodø / Glimt’s home odds of 4.50 and the draw at 4.20 suggest the market sees this as a clear advantage for the visitors.
Beyond the outright market, the raw team numbers point to entertaining football. Bodø / Glimt have an encouraging over-2.5 frequency, while Inter also post healthy over-2.5 figures — a combination that often produces open contests and multiple-goal affairs. The duel between Nikita Haikin’s standout recent showing for Bodø / Glimt and Federico Dimarco’s man-of-the-match-level impact for Inter in their last outings adds a layer of individual battles inside the broader tactical contest. Referee Daniel Siebert takes charge, bringing experience to what could be a physically intense evening.
Conclusion and betting suggestion
This is a clash of styles: Bodø / Glimt’s fearless, attacking blueprint at Aspmyra versus Inter’s clinical consistency. The smart play is to side with the market and recent form. Inter’s string of convincing results, superior defensive clean-sheet tally and the clear bookmaker support make them the sensible selection on the 1X2 market. For those who prefer to time goal bets, consider reading guidance on The right time to place bets on goal markets to refine your entry, and remember the importance of discipline and bankroll control—insights you can find in How to have emotional control when placing bets?
Betting suggestion: 1X2 — Inter (Away) to win at 1.65. Backing Inter aligns with form, odds and the numbers, but stake responsibly given the knockout stakes and the unpredictable spark Bodø / Glimt bring at home.
