Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen Stats: Head-to-head Record Before August 2026 Match

Bodo/Glimt and NEC Nijmegen meet at Aspmyra Stadion on 25 August 2026 at 19:00 UTC in the UEFA Champions League Play-offs, with a place in the group stage on the line. This decisive tie in the World’s premier club competition puts significant pressure on both sides, with Bodo/Glimt enjoying home advantage in Norway. For anyone studying Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen stats, this second-leg clash offers a clear test of whether the Norwegian side can capitalise on their early edge.

The first leg in Nijmegen has already shaped the narrative of this Play-offs tie, and the return at Aspmyra Stadion will determine who advances. With both clubs still early in their continental campaign, the stakes are high both financially and competitively. In this context, understanding the Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen stats and how the first meeting unfolded is essential to assessing the balance of power heading into this match.

Head-to-head record

The record shows that Bodo/Glimt and NEC Nijmegen have met once in competitive UEFA Champions League action so far.

Previous meetings: 1
Bodo/Glimt wins: 1
Draws: 0
NEC Nijmegen wins: 0

Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen Timeline & Historical Context

The Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen timeline in European competition begins with their first recorded encounter on 19 August 2026. Played at Stadion de Goffert in Nijmegen in the UEFA Champions League Play-offs, that match provided an immediate benchmark for how these two sides match up on the continental stage.

On 19 August 2026, NEC Nijmegen hosted Bodo/Glimt in the first leg of this Play-offs tie. NEC Nijmegen 1-3 Bodo/Glimt was the full-time score, after a first half that ended 0-2 in favour of the visitors. The Dutch side struggled to contain Bodo/Glimt’s attacking threat before the interval, and although NEC Nijmegen found a response in the second half, the Norwegian club maintained control to secure a two-goal advantage in the tie.

With only this single fixture currently in the historical record, the rivalry remains in its infancy. However, that opening chapter of the Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen timeline already suggests a stylistic contrast: Bodo/Glimt demonstrated efficiency in front of goal away from home, while NEC Nijmegen were left needing to chase the tie in challenging circumstances heading into the second leg.

Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head statistics are currently drawn from one UEFA Champions League Play-offs meeting, but they still offer some early insight into how these teams compare.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: Bodo/Glimt 3 - 1 NEC Nijmegen
Average Goals per Match: Bodo/Glimt 3.00 vs NEC Nijmegen 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

At Bodo/Glimt's stadium: 0 matches played here — Bodo/Glimt won 0 (as home side), NEC Nijmegen won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
At NEC Nijmegen's stadium: 1 match played here — NEC Nijmegen won 0 (as home side), Bodo/Glimt won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen last results in recent competitive fixtures:

19 August 2026: NEC Nijmegen 1-3 Bodo/Glimt (Half-time: 0-2) – UEFA Champions League Play-offs

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Bodo/Glimt Matches Results and Stats

Bodo/Glimt’s recent UEFA Champions League form this season to date has been strong, with the Norwegian side unbeaten across three fixtures. They have recorded 2 wins and 1 draw, scoring 9 goals and conceding 6, reflecting an expansive attacking approach but also some defensive openness. With 3 goals scored at home and 6 away, Bodo/Glimt have shown they can carry their offensive threat on the road as well as at Aspmyra Stadion, an encouraging sign heading into this decisive Play-offs home leg.

Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0

Last 5 NEC Nijmegen Matches Results and Stats

NEC Nijmegen’s UEFA Champions League campaign this season to date has been more mixed, with 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 defeat from three matches. They have scored 3 goals and conceded 4 overall, with all their goals coming at home and none yet away. Defensively, they have allowed an average of 2.0 goals per home match but kept a clean sheet in their single away fixture so far. That profile suggests NEC Nijmegen can be compact on their travels, but the 1-3 home loss to Bodo/Glimt in the Play-offs highlights the challenge they face in turning the tie around.

Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 1

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a statistical perspective, Bodo/Glimt enter the second leg with clear advantages in both the head-to-head record and current UEFA Champions League form. The only previous meeting ended in a 3-1 away win for the Norwegian side, giving them a positive early edge in the Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen stats and a two-goal cushion in this Play-offs tie. Bodo/Glimt’s season-to-date figures underline their attacking potency, averaging 3.0 goals per match, while NEC Nijmegen’s numbers show a more modest offensive output and a defence that has been tested at home. Although the sample size is still limited, the trends point towards Bodo/Glimt holding the stronger statistical position ahead of the Aspmyra Stadion clash, while NEC Nijmegen must defy both the scoreboard and the emerging data patterns to keep their UEFA Champions League hopes alive.

Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen H2H Statistics updated on 20 August 2026.