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The Guardian
08-05-2025
- Sport
- The Guardian
Dominic Solanke silences Bodø and books Tottenham's ticket to Bilbao
Who are you and what have you done with Ange Postecoglou? There was a messy goal from a set piece, a plan with pragmatism at its core and a team able to find beauty in the kind of robust performance that has so often seemed alien to Postecoglou's entire footballing vision. All the cool came from Tottenham Hotspur in the Arctic Circle. Their touch was sure on the infamous plastic pitch at the Aspmyra Stadion and they did not mind turning this Europa League semi-final against Bodø/Glimt into a grind. Serious rather than spectacular, they were never under threat of failing to seal their place in the final against Manchester United. Goals from Dominic Solanke and Pedro Porro were enough for Spurs to win 2-0 on the night and 5-1 on aggregate. Through to their first European final since 2019, silverware is within reach for the first time in 17 years. This has been such a challenging season for Postecoglou but vindication could yet arrive for the Spurs manager. The sprinklers were on long before kick-off, drenching a surface already designed to play quickly. Warming up in incessant rain, Spurs knew they had to have their wits about them. This is a place designed to trip up unsuspecting visitors and the vibe among the locals was remarkably optimistic. They had already seen Porto, Besiktas, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Twente, Olympiakos and Lazio leave this quirky little ground empty-handed this season and the argument that Spurs had not built up enough of a first-leg lead began to feel more compelling as the atmosphere in the stands grew ever more hostile. So much so it seemed that Bodø/Glimt's 8,200 fans hardly needed the jolt of a pre-match fireworks show to get them on their feet. This remote, windswept Arctic outpost had never experienced anything quite this momentous before. Buoyed up by the return of the influential duo of Patrick Berg and Håkon Evjen from suspension in midfield, Bodø/Glimt believed a 3-1 deficit would be wiped out. They were sure that reality was not going to intrude on the fairytale. If anything, though, the hosts were too eager during the early stages. Spurs were quicker to settle, with Richarlison causing problems for Fredrik Sjøvold on the left, and were closing to pulling clear when Pedro Porro lined up a free-kick in the ninth minute. It took a fine save from Nikita Haikin to prevent the right-back's effort from finding the top corner. Postecoglou must have been delighted with his side's start. It was a year to the day since Spurs pulled off their miraculous comeback against Ajax in the semi-finals of the Champions League but this seemed more sedate. Richarlison continued to threaten, Dominic Solanke's hold-up play was impressive and there was an escape for the hosts when Destiny Udogie failed to find anyone after sneaking through on the left. Calm and professional, Spurs were using the ball well, even with injuries stripping their midfield of the poise offered by James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall. Dejan Kulusevski, Maddison's replacement, was proving effective in disrupting Bodø/Glimt's attempts to play out from the back. Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur mopped up in front of the back four. The only misstep from Spurs came when Brennan Johnson picked up a booking for a clumsy challenge. Bodø/Glimt struggled to build up a head of steam. Ole Didrik Blomberg fired into the side netting and Berg forced Guglielmo Vicario to tip a free-kick over but in truth there was not much to worry Spurs before half-time. The curious thing is that Postecoglou has not hesitated to dispense with his idealistic approach in Europe. Spurs have not been afraid to sit deep and be more direct against continental opposition, particularly on their travels. Ruggedness was a prominent feature of their quarter-final win against Eintracht Frankfurt and they were set up to do a similar job on Bodø/Glimt. It was not long before Maurizio Mariani, the Italian referee, was warning Vicario about timewasting before a goal-kick. Sign up to Football Daily Kick off your evenings with the Guardian's take on the world of football after newsletter promotion Bodø/Glimt tried to play with more urgency at the start of the second half. There was encouragement when Jens Petter Hauge flashed a low delivery across the face of goal. Udogie then had to be strong when Fredrik André Bjørkan tried to find Kasper Høgh with a cross towards the far post in the 59th minute. Spurs were unperturbed. They focused on compressing the space and they were heading for Bilbao when they went ahead with a scrappy goal in the 64th minute. Mathys Tel, who had just replaced Richarlison, delivered a corner from the left, Cristian Romero won the first header and Solanke was free to bundle the ball in from close range. Reality intruded on Bodø/Glimt's fairytale, their challenge fading when Porro's mis-hit cross drifted over and inside his far post. Postecoglou can still make good on his promise about always winning a trophy in his second season.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur LIVE Updates, watch live, score, analysis, highlights
Bodo/Glimt's fairytale run to the Europa League semifinals has been a joy to watch but Tottenham Hotspur aim to finish off the job on Thursday and reach the final in Bilbao. For live updates and highlights throughout Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur, check out PST's live blog coverage below… How to watch Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur live, stream link and start time Kick off time: 3pm ET Thursday (May 8) Venue: Aspmyra Stadion — Bodo TV Channel/Streaming: Paramount+ Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur live updates - by Andy Edwards Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur live score: 0-0 (1-3 agg.) Goalscorers: None Bodo/Glimt starting lineup Haikin - Sjovold, Moe, Gundersen, Bjorkan - Berg, Saltnes, Evjen - Blomberg, Hauge, Hogh Tottenham Hotspur starting lineup Vicario - Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie - Bentancur, Bissouma, Kulusevski - Johnson, Richarlison, Solanke Trailing 3-1 from the first leg in north London last Thursday, Norwegian upstarts Bodo/Glimt know they are up against it. But they always have been and that hasn't fazed them so far, plus they have plenty of key players set to return for this second leg. The late goal they scored at Spurs last week could be crucial and Bodo/Glimt are very good at home, as their tiny Aspmyra Stadion holds just over 8,000 fans and has an artificial pitch which could level the playing fields significantly. In the knockout rounds of the Europa League they've won all three home games by an aggregate score of 10-2. An early goal for Bodo/Glimt will get Spurs' nerves jangling and create quite the stir in northern Norway. No team has ever overturned a two-goal deficit from the first leg of the Europa League semifinals to reach the final, but minnows Bodo/Glimt love proving everyone wrong. Advertisement Spurs and Ange Postecoglou know they have more than one foot in the Europa League final in Bilbao where they will likely face Manchester United, a team they've already beaten three times in all competitions this season. That makes Spurs the favorites for this competition, just, but they have to finish off the job in Norway first. They were clinical and ruthless in the first half against Bodo/Glimt last week but Ange will have been disappointed with conceding a late goal and Spurs have suffered more injuries ahead of this second leg. Given their entire season depends on winning the Europa League the pressure is on, as they're set for their worst-ever finish in the Premier League. But that awful league season will not matter if they win this competition and get back into the UEFA Champions League. Remember: Ange always wins a trophy in his second season at a club... Bodo/Glimt team news, focus Captain Patrick Berg, plus midfielder Hakon Evjen and striker Andreas Helmersen are all available after being suspended for the first leg which is a big boost for Bodo/Glimt. Defenders Ole Blomberg and Daniel Bassi both missed the first leg through injury, while the reigning Norwegian champions haven't had a game since the first leg so have had a full week to prepare for the second leg. They will look to make Spurs uncomfortable and set pieces and counters will be crucial. An early goal for the hosts would change everything. Tottenham Hotspur team news, focus Spurs have lost Lucas Bergvall and James Maddison to injury for the rest of the season. That is a real blow to Spurs' hopes of winning the Europa League as the midfield creativity from that duo has been key at crucial moments in this competition. Dominic Solanke is expected to be fit to lead the line, while captain Heung-min Son is close to a return but it seems like this game will come too soon. Spurs rested plenty of key players in their draw at West Ham on Sunday as their full focus is on winning the Europa League. Their season comes down to this and it's all about holding their nerve and putting in a professional, solid display to reach the final. Center backs Van de Ven and Romero will be key, while Vicario has to be solid and steady. Advertisement OUT: Radu Dragusin (torn ACL), Lucas Bergvall (ankle), James Maddison (knee)| QUESTIONABLE: Heung-min Son (foot) Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur prediction This feels like it could get a bit dicey for Spurs after the late goal for Bodo/Glimt in the first leg. They will get through but this team never seem to make it easy. Bodo/Glimt 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur (Tottenham Hotspur win 4-3 on aggregate).
CNET
08-05-2025
- Sport
- CNET
Europa League Semifinal Soccer: Livestream Bodø/Glimt vs. Tottenham From Anywhere
Norwegian outsider Bodø/Glimt will be hoping to make a comeback for the ages on Thursday as it hosts England's Tottenham Hotspur in this Europa League semifinal clash. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game as it happens wherever you are in the world, and how to use a VPN if they're not available where you are. Goals from Brennan Johnson, James Maddison and Dominic Solanke appeared to have given Spurs an unassailable lead in the first leg in north London last week. However, a late strike from midfielder Ulrik Saltnes gave the Eliteserien underdogs a lifeline ahead of today's home fixture. A two-goal deficit in the first leg of a Europa League semifinal has never been overturned. But the Norwegians will feel that playing today's match at their compact Aspmyra Stadion -- located just above the Arctic Circle -- gives them a significant advantage, largely thanks to its tricky artificial surface. It's likely to be cold and rainy, but no more so than a winter's day in north London. Bodø/Glimt hosts Spurs on Thursday, May 8, at the Aspmyra Stadion in Bodø. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. CEST local time in Norway. That means it's an 8 p.m. BST start in the UK, a 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT kickoff in the US and Canada, and a 5 a.m. AEST start in Australia on Friday morning. Brennan Johnson's first-minute strike put Spurs on their way to a 3-1 win at home in the first leg of this Europa League semifinal. Sebastian Frej/Livestream Tottenham vs. Bodø/Glimt in the US American soccer fans can stream every fixture of this season's tournament via Paramount Plus, which has exclusive live English-language broadcast rights in the US for the UEFA Europa League. How to watch every UEFA Europa League 2024/25 game online from anywhere using a VPN If you're traveling abroad and want to keep up with all the Europa League action while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming. It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds. VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security. They can also be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while traveling, adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins. However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN usage to access region-specific content. If you're considering a VPN for streaming, check the platform's terms of service to ensure compliance. If you choose to use a VPN, follow the provider's installation instructions, ensuring you're connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN usage is crucial. James Martin/CNET ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year) Latest Tests No DNS leaks detected, 18% speed loss in 2025 tests Network 3,000 plus servers in 105 countries Jurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN is our current best VPN pick for people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month. Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 61% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream Bodø/Glimt vs. Spurs in the UK TNT Sports has the rights to broadcast Europa League fixtures in the UK, and this match will be shown live today on TNT Sports 2. TNT Sports TNT Sports Watch Europa League games live in the UK with TNT Sports TNT Sports is the place to watch Europa League matches exclusively live this season in the UK. You can access TNT Sports in a number of ways, including via Sky Q as a TV package, or direct streaming from its range of mobile and smart TV apps. It costs £31 either way and comes in a package that includes Discovery Plus' library of documentary content. See at TNT Sports Livestream Bodø/Glimt vs. Tottenham in Canada If you want to stream Europa League games live in Canada, you'll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament this season. DAZN DAZN Watch Europa League in Canada from CA$30 a month A DAZN subscription currently costs CA$30 a month or CA$200 a year and will also give you access to the Champions League, and the UEFA Conference League, plus EFL Championship soccer, Six Nations rugby and WTA tennis. As well as dedicated apps for iOS and Android, there's a wide range of support for set-top boxes and smart TVs. See at DAZN Livestream Bodø/Glimt vs. Tottenham in Australia Football fans Down Under can watch Europa League matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show this tournament live in Australia this season. Stan Stan Sport Watch the Europa League in Australia from AU$27 a month Stan Sport will set you back AU$12 per month (on top of a AU$15 Stan subscription), but the streaming service is currently offering a seven-day free trial. A subscription will also give you access to Champions League and Europa Conference League action, as well as international rugby and Formula E. See at Stan Sport Quick tips for streaming UEFA Europa League matches using a VPN
The Independent
08-05-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham LIVE: Spurs brace for Arctic expedition in bid for Europa League final
Tottenham have their sights set on a Europa League final but will need to overcome an Arctic expedition as they visit Bodo/Glimt in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final. Ange Postecoglou 's side made a good start to the tie as they secured an advantage at home last week, but the late concession of a goal, narrowing their lead to 3-1, could yet prove costly. Bodo/Glimt have beaten FC Twente, Olympiacos and Lazio by at least a two-goal margin in Norway on their run through to the last four, and will be confident of another good result as they welcome Spurs to the harsh conditions of the Aspmyra Stadion. With the final just a hair's breadth away for Spurs, triumph in the Europa League could act as Postecoglou's last chance of salvation in the Tottenham hot seat after an otherwise miserable season. Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham LIVE Good afternoon and welcome to The Independent's live coverage of Tottenham's Europa League semi-final second leg with Bodo/Glimt. Spurs take a 3-1 advantage to the Arctic but will need to withstand the harsh, unorthodox conditions to book their place in the Europa League final. The Norwegian club are bidding to be the first from the nation to reach a European final and set up a meeting with either Manchester United or Athletic Bilbao. Stay tuned for all the build-up and team news ahead of tonight's clash.
Telegraph
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur predictions: Europa League tips and odds
Our expert has three tips for the second leg of the Europa League semi-final between Bodo/Glimt and Tottenham Hotspur at the Aspmyra Stadion on Thursday (kick-off, 8pm BST), all of which come from goal markets. Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham Hotspur tips Bodo/Glimt over 1.5 goals @ 21/20 with William Hill Both teams to score in first half @ 14/5 with William Hill Kasper Hogh to score @ 15/8 with William Hill Odds courtesy of William Hill. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change. Already a William Hill member? Check out more free bets from the best betting sites, reviewed by our experts. Glimt bet keeps delivering Bodo/Glimt are prolific scorers, particularly at home where they have a number of advantages. The Aspmyra Stadion is located within the Arctic Circle, holds just over 8,000 people and features an artificial playing surface. In seven home games in the Europa League this season they have scored a total of 19 goals, which works out at an average of 2.7 per match. In six of those fixtures, the Norwegian side have scored at least twice. Tottenham, meanwhile, have conceded in nine of their last 10 away matches at an average of 2.1 goals per game. Attacking teams can provide fast start Tottenham took just 38 seconds to score in the first leg, Brennan Johnson heading home to give Ange Postecoglou's side the lead. It will be Bodo/Glimt who will be looking to get off to a fast start on Thursday as they bid to overturn a 3-1 deficit. In five of their seven home games in the Europa League they've scored in the first half. Spurs have scored in the opening 45 minutes in six of their last eight matches across all competitions. The odds on goals from both teams in the first half look generous considering the hosts will want to score early to get back into the tie. Home hopes rest on Hogh If Bodo/Glimt are to score, there is a strong chance that Kasper Hogh will be the man who delivers. The Dane is the joint-top scorer in this season's Europa League with seven goals and six of them have come in home games. Hogh has scored four times in as many appearances in the 2025 Eliteserien, which kicked off at the end of March, and is also likely to be on penalty-taking duties.
