Juventus’ UEFA Champions League campaign finally sprang to life after a stunning 91st-minute winner from Jonathan David secured a 3-2 comeback win over Bodø/Glimt. It was a match loaded with tension, resilience, and momentum swings—perfect ingredients for a European thriller.
For Tanzanian football fans, especially those who follow the UCL passionately, this was one of those matches that remind us why football is loved across Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, Arusha, Dodoma, Zanzibar, and beyond.
Early Pressure and Bodø/Glimt’s Bright Start
Bodø/Glimt entered the match unbeaten in their previous four home encounters against Italian giants—and they played like it.
- Ole Didrik Blomberg struck first, tapping in from close range after a clever flick from Kasper Høgh.
- The Norwegians created several nervy moments for Juventus, with Patrick Berg and Høgh threatening to double the lead.
The home fans sensed another famous night on the Arctic Circle turf.
⚪⚫ Juventus’ Revival Begins: Openda and McKennie Turn the Tide
Luciano Spalletti’s men returned from halftime with renewed fire.
🔥 Loïs Openda Ends His Goal Drought
A chaotic scramble in the box saw the ball fall kindly to Openda, who converted sharply to level the match—his first goal since April.
🛫 Weston McKennie Takes Flight
Just minutes later, McKennie rose high to head home a superb cross from Fabio Miretti, flipping the match on its head and bringing new belief to the Italian side.
With two wins in their previous 13 matches, Juventus finally looked alive again.
🟡⚫ Late Equaliser: Bodø/Glimt Fight Back
Just when the Italians felt in control, Bodø/Glimt were gifted a lifeline.
A clumsy foul from Juan Cabal saw Sondre Fet step up to calmly convert from the penalty spot, making it 2-2 and sending home fans into frenzy.
It felt like the match was heading for a draw—but Juventus had other ideas.
🏁 David’s 91st-Minute Winner: Drama Till the End
Juventus launched a rapid counterattack deep into added time. The ball eventually fell to Jonathan David, who kept his composure and slotted home a historic late winner.
- Juve climbed into the top 24 of the new league-phase format.
- It was only their second away win in their last 12 Champions League matches.
- Bodø/Glimt remain winless, with their knockout hopes fading.
A massive victory for The Old Lady. A bitter heartbreak for the Norwegians.
⭐ Match Key Takeaways
- Final Score: Juventus 3–2 Bodø/Glimt
- Juventus secured their first UCL win of the season.
- Jonathan David scores a last-minute winner.
- Bodø/Glimt remain winless in five matches.
- McKennie and Openda deliver crucial second-half goals.
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