Sporting Lisbon vs Bodoe/Glimt Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Champions League Round of 16 Odds
In a high-stakes Champions League Round of 16 second leg, Sporting host Norwegian challengers Bodoe/Glimt at Estádio José Alvalade on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with kick-off at 17:45 UTC. The Portuguese giants face an uphill battle, needing to overturn a significant three-goal deficit from the first leg after a 3-0 defeat in Norway.
OC Staff - March 17, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT
3 Minute ReadSporting Lisbon vs Bodoe/Glimt: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
In a high-stakes Champions League Round of 16 second leg, Sporting host Norwegian challengers Bodoe/Glimt at Estádio José Alvalade on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with kick-off at 17:45 UTC. The Portuguese giants face an uphill battle, needing to overturn a significant three-goal deficit from the first leg after a 3-0 defeat in Norway.
Sporting vs Bodoe/Glimt Form
The hosts approach this fixture having secured a 1-0 home victory against Porto in the Taça de Portugal in their last completed match, following a 2-2 Liga Portugal draw away to Braga. In their last six competitive outings, Sporting have recorded three wins, one draw, and two losses, including the crucial first-leg defeat against Bodoe/Glimt. However, a significant boost comes from their Champions League home form, where they have won all four matches at José Alvalade this season, scoring 11 goals and conceding just three.
The visitors are in stellar form, most recently clinching a 2-1 away win against Molde in the Cup, which followed their commanding 3-0 first-leg victory over Sporting. Over their last six competitive outings, Bodoe/Glimt boast an impressive record of four wins and no losses in completed games, with two fixtures being postponed or cancelled. They have scored in seven consecutive Champions League matches, highlighting their consistent attacking threat.
Sporting Lisbon vs Bodoe/Glimt Head to Head
The previous encounter between these two sides was the first leg of this Champions League Round of 16 tie, where Bodoe/Glimt secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Sporting on their home turf. This result marks the only meeting between the two clubs to date.
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Sporting Lisbon vs. Bodo/Glimt Odds
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Sporting vs Bodoe/Glimt Probable Lineups
Sporting (4-2-3-1):
- GK: R. Silva
- DL: M. Araújo
- DC: G. Inácio
- DC: O. Diomande
- DR: I. Fresneda
- DM: J. Simões
- DM: M. Hjulmand
- AML: Pote
- AMC: Trincão
- AMR: G. Catamo
- FC: L. Suárez
Bodoe/Glimt (4-3-3):
- GK: N. Haikin
- DL: F. Bjørkan
- DC: J. Gundersen
- DC: O. Bjørtuft
- DR: F. Sjøvold
- MC: S. Fet
- DM: P. Berg
- MC: H. Evjen
- FL: J. P. Hauge
- FC: K. Høgh
- FR: O. D. Blomberg
Sporting vs Bodoe/Glimt Team News
Sporting are expected to be without several players for this crucial fixture. Fotis Ioannidis, Giorgi Kochorashvili, Ricardo Mangas, and Geovany Quenda are all listed as doubtful, potentially impacting the squad's depth. Despite these concerns, Luis Suárez, a key attacking threat in this Champions League campaign, is set to lead the line for the hosts.
Bodoe/Glimt, on the other hand, arrive in Lisbon with a fully fit squad, providing coach Kjetil Knutsen with a complete selection of options. This clean bill of health will undoubtedly boost the visitors' confidence as they look to defend their aggregate lead.
Prediction: Sporting 2-1 Bodoe/Glimt
Sporting face an immense challenge to overturn a 3-0 first-leg deficit. However, their formidable home record in the Champions League, where they've won all four matches at Estádio José Alvalade this season, offers a glimmer of hope. The Portuguese side's strengths in "attacking down the wings" and "creating scoring chances" will be vital. Luis Suárez, known for his late goals, and Francisco Trincão are key to their offensive efforts.
Bodoe/Glimt, with a fully fit squad and proven "counter attacks" and "finishing scoring chances," will aim to exploit Sporting's defensive vulnerabilities, particularly against wide attacks. While Sporting's "possession football" will likely dominate, Bodoe/Glimt's disciplined 4-3-3 is well-suited to absorb pressure and hit on the break. The hosts are predicted to win on the night, but a 2-1 victory may not be enough to progress, reflecting Bodoe/Glimt's resilience and strong aggregate lead.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score Check out the best odds on Caesars Sportsbook
Given the attacking prowess of both sides, "Both Teams to Score" presents a strong betting angle. Sporting have seen goals from both teams in seven of their nine Champions League matches this season. Bodoe/Glimt have also demonstrated remarkable attacking consistency, scoring in seven consecutive Champions League matches and, even more strikingly, seeing both teams score in each of their last 14 competitive away games. With Sporting needing to push forward and Bodoe/Glimt's proven ability on the counter, it's highly probable both will find the net.
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