FK Bodø/Glimt vs Manchester City | UEFA Champions League 2025/26
FK Bodø/Glimt produced one of the biggest shocks in UEFA Champions League history by beating English giants Manchester City 3-1 in freezing Norwegian conditions.
It was City’s first-ever competitive defeat to Norwegian opposition, and a night that will live long in European folklore.
On an artificial pitch, under icy temperatures, and following their Manchester derby loss, Pep Guardiola’s men walked straight into a Nordic storm.
Match Overview
| Match | Result |
| Bodø/Glimt vs Manchester City | 3-1 |
| Venue | Aspmyra Stadion, Norway |
| Competition | UEFA Champions League |
| Surface | Artificial turf |
| Weather | Sub-zero temperatures |
Goals from Kasper Høgh (2) and Jens Petter Hauge sealed a historic win for the Norwegian champions, while Rayan Cherki scored City’s only goal.
City Start Strong – But Waste Big Chances
Manchester City began aggressively.
Inside the first 10 minutes, Max Alleyne missed a sitter from six yards after Phil Foden’s corner. That moment changed the game.
Against the run of play, Bodø/Glimt struck first.
Høgh and Blomberg Destroy City in Two Minutes
⚽ Goal 1 – 18’
Ole Didrik Blomberg whipped in a perfect cross, and Kasper Høgh powered home at the far post.
⚽ Goal 2 – 20’
Blomberg again split City open, squaring for Høgh to tap into an empty net.
City were stunned.
Even Erling Haaland, returning to his homeland, missed a golden chance before halftime.
Second Half Collapse for Guardiola’s Men
Pep Guardiola surprisingly made no halftime changes, and Bodø/Glimt nearly made it 3-0 immediately, but Håkon Evjen was flagged offside.
That only delayed the inevitable.
⚽ Goal 3 – 53’
Jens Petter Hauge danced past defenders and curled a sensational shot into the top corner.
City responded quickly through Rayan Cherki, but their hopes vanished when Rodri was sent off after two yellow cards in under a minute.
Late Drama, But Glimt Stay in Control
- Hauge hit the crossbar.
- Høgh had another goal ruled out.
- Donnarumma saved Helmersen’s one-on-one.
The final whistle confirmed a famous night for the Norwegian champions.
What This Means
Bodø/Glimt
- Now firmly in playoff contention
- First-ever win vs English opposition
- A historic European night
Manchester City
- Risk dropping outside the top 8
- Second straight defeat
- Defensive vulnerability exposed
Why This Match Matters for Kenyan Football Fans
Kenyan fans love underdog stories.
From Gor Mahia’s CAF runs to Harambee Stars’ AFCON dreams, Bodø/Glimt’s victory proves that football giants can fall anywhere – even in the Arctic.
It’s a reminder that in football, anything is possible.
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Final Verdict
Bodø/Glimt didn’t just beat Manchester City –
They outplayed, outthought, and outworked them.
In one of the most shocking Champions League results of the decade, the Arctic kings showed that no team is untouchable.
