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Bodo/Glimt's Historic Run Echoes Ajax's Legendary 1972 Campaign

Published February 25, 2026, 14:17
Bodo/Glimt's Historic Run Echoes Ajax's Legendary 1972 Campaign

Bodo/Glimt, a Norwegian team, has caused a sensation in this year's Champions League with its impressive performances. The team has managed to defeat teams such as Inter, Manchester City, and Atletico Madrid, demonstrating that its progress is no coincidence. Bodo/Glimt has become the first team outside the five major European leagues to win four consecutive matches in the Champions League against clubs from those leagues, since Ajax's legendary 1971-72 season, when they won the trophy. This achievement is particularly significant as it shows the team's ability to compete with the top teams in Europe. Despite the difficulties, Bodo/Glimt does not seem to fear any opponent and has proven that it can play well regardless of the venue. The team has shown that it is not just participating in the Champions League, but aims to win every match. The draw for the next phase will take place on February 26 in Nyon, Switzerland. Potential opponents for Bodo/Glimt are Manchester City, whom they have already defeated, or Sporting Lisbon, a team with quality but not necessarily a threat to the Norwegians.