NEC Nijmegen vs Bodo/Glimt
Bodo/Glimt cruise past NEC Nijmegen
A commanding performance from Bodo/Glimt sees them secure a 3-1 victory away from home.
Bodo/Glimt took control early with S. Fet's strike in the 25th minute and doubled their lead through A. Helmersen's penalty just before half-time. H. Aleesami added a third shortly after the break, putting the game beyond doubt. NEC Nijmegen's late goal from Clement Bischoff was merely a consolation in a match that defied Fipster's medium-confidence prediction of a home win.
- Aggregate:
- Bodo/Glimt 6 1 NEC Nijmegen
- Advances:
- Bodo/Glimt
Outcome probability
The upcoming play-off match between NEC Nijmegen and Bodo/Glimt promises a tight contest, with both sides eager to progress. NEC have shown resilience with two draws so far, while Bodo/Glimt have been consistent scorers but yet to secure a win in this competition.
Match factors
NEC's Defensive Passing Strength
NEC defenders Nejašmić and Fonville show passing accuracy well above league average, aiding build-up play
Bodo/Glimt's Consistent Scoring Form
Bodo/Glimt have scored in both recent matches, with key attackers Hauge and Blomberg contributing goals
NEC's Linssen Leading Attack
Linssen has started both games and scored once, showing good form and minutes to influence the match
Bodo/Glimt's Defensive Tackling Edge
Defender Sjøvold and midfielder Berg have high tackle rates and duel wins, strengthening Bodo/Glimt's defense
Full Squad Availability for Both Teams
No confirmed injuries or suspensions for either team, ensuring strongest lineups possible
The context
Both teams have played two matches in this competition without a win, each drawing twice. NEC Nijmegen have scored once and conceded once, while Bodo/Glimt have found the net five times but also conceded five. This sets the stage for a closely fought encounter where defensive solidity and attacking efficiency will be crucial.
Key insights
- D
D. Nejašmić
NEC Nijmegen
Nejašmić's passing accuracy and high number of passes per game make him a key distributor from defence, aiding NEC's build-up play.
UEFA Champions League 26/27Passing accuracy 78%, average 68.5 passes per game
B. Linssen
NEC Nijmegen
Linssen leads NEC's attack with consistent starts and a goal, showing good form and influence in the competition.
UEFA Champions League 26/271 goal in 2 appearances, 179 minutes played
J. Hauge
Bodo/Glimt
Hauge is a key attacker for Bodo/Glimt, contributing both goals and assists, making him a constant threat.
UEFA Champions League 26/271 goal and 1 assist in 2 appearances, 119 minutes played
- F
F. Sjøvold
Bodo/Glimt
Sjøvold's high tackle rate and passing accuracy strengthen Bodo/Glimt's defensive presence, crucial in tight matches.
UEFA Champions League 26/274 tackles per game, 92% passing accuracy
Analysis
NEC Nijmegen's defensive unit, led by the likes of Nejašmić and Sandler, boasts impressive passing accuracy and duel success, aiding their build-up play and defensive reliability. Up front, Linssen has been influential with a goal in two appearances, providing a focal point for NEC's attack. Bodo/Glimt, meanwhile, rely on attackers like Hauge and Blomberg who have contributed goals, supported by a midfield and defense that excel in tackling and duels. The match could hinge on NEC's ability to contain Bodo/Glimt's offensive threats while capitalising on their own chances.
Key facts
- 1.NEC Nijmegen have played 2 matches in this competition (W0 D2 L0, GF 1 / GA 1).
- 2.Bodo/Glimt have played 2 matches in this competition (W0 D2 L0, GF 5 / GA 5).
- 3.Draw probability is the highest among outcomes at 46%.
- 4.1-1 is the most probable draw scoreline with an 18% chance.
- 5.NEC defenders Nejašmić and Sandler show passing accuracy well above league average.
- 6.Linssen leads NEC's attack with 1 goal in 2 appearances this season.
- 7.Bodo/Glimt attackers Hauge and Blomberg have each scored once in this competition.
- 8.Both teams have full squad availability with no confirmed injuries or suspensions.
Prediction
The prediction leans towards a home win for NEC Nijmegen with a 2-1 scoreline. While the draw is a strong possibility, the aggregate probabilities and scoreline forecasts favour NEC edging this encounter. Expect a competitive match with NEC just shading it thanks to their balanced defensive and attacking performances.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — NEC Nijmegen
Away — Bodo/Glimt
The verdict
In summary, NEC Nijmegen appear poised to secure a narrow victory over Bodo/Glimt in this play-off fixture. Key players on both sides will be pivotal, but NEC's defensive composure and Linssen's attacking form could prove decisive in a closely contested game.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Fet
Assist: Hauge
Storm
Yellow Card
Helmersen
Penalty
Aleesami
Assist: Berg
Hauge
Brynhildsen
Yellow Card
Linssen
Mor
Pereira
Bjørkan
Didrik Blomberg
Chery
Fonville
Bischoff
Assist: Tadić
Jamiro Monteiro
Yellow Card
Auklend
Fet
Match Statistics
NEC Nijmegen
3-4-2-1Starting XI
- 1G. CrettazG
- 2B. PereiraD
- 6D. NejašmićM
- 7E. MorM
- 9T. CheryF
- 10D. TadićF
- 20N. LebretonM
- 21T. StormD
- 24Deveron FonvilleD
- 30B. LinssenF
- 99Clement BischoffM
Substitutes
- 5T. OuwejanD
- 8I. Hansen-AarøenM
- 11W. WillumssonM
- 12N. PolsterG
- 14K. SierhuisF
- 17B. NuytinckD
- 19Adam TahauiF
- 32V. van CrooijM
- 34Kevin KersF
- 35Jamiro MonteiroM
- 66Almugera Raouf Mohammed KabarD
- 73Gabriel BrásD
Bodo/Glimt
4-3-3Starting XI
- 4O. BjørtuftD
- 5H. AleesamiD
- 7P. BergM
- 8S. AuklendM
- 9A. HelmersenF
- 10J. HaugeF
- 11O. Didrik BlombergF
- 12N. HaikinG
- 15F. BjørkanD
- 19S. FetM
- 20F. SjøvoldD
Substitutes
- 1J. Faye LundG
- 2V. NielsenD
- 14U. SaltnesM
- 16J. KitolanoM
- 17O. BrynhildsenF
- 22J. MvukaM
- 24D. BassiF
- 25I. MäättäD
- 31H. N. ChoolyF
- 32K. SolhaugM
NEC Nijmegen
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darko Nejašmić | M | 92 | 8.3 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1/2 |
| Tjaronn Chery(C) | F | 82 | 7.3 | — | — | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0/1 |
| Clement Bischoff | M | 92 | 7.0 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0/1 |
| Noé Lebreton | M | 92 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/1 |
| Deveron Fonville | D | 82 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/2 |
| Dušan Tadić | F | 92 | 6.5 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 6 | 1/1 |
| Brayann Pereira | D | 68 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2/2 |
| Tobias Storm | D | 92 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Emre Mor | M | 68 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2/6 |
| Bryan Linssen | F | 68 | 6.0 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 0/3 |
| Gonzalo Crettaz | G | 92 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Nikolas Polster | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Willum Thor Willumsson | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Bram Nuytinck | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Thomas Ouwejan | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vito van Crooij | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Isak Hansen Aarøen | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gabriel Brás | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Adam Tahaui | F | 24 | 7.6 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 0/1 |
| Almugera Kabar | D | 10 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jamiro Monteiro | M | 24 | 6.7 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Kevin Kers | F | 10 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Kaj Sierhuis | F | 24 | 6.3 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
Bodo/Glimt
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haitam Aleesami | D | 92 | 7.9 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Ole Didrik Blomberg | F | 76 | 7.5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1/1 |
| Nikita Haikin | G | 92 | 7.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Patrick Berg | M | 92 | 7.5 | — | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | — |
| Fredrik André Bjørkan | D | 76 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Odin Luras Bjørtuft(C) | D | 92 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Andreas Helmersen | F | 92 | 7.2 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | — | 0/1 |
| Sondre Fet | M | 92 | 7.2 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 0/2 |
| Fredrik Sjøvold | D | 92 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jens Petter Hauge | F | 59 | 6.6 | — | 1 | — | — | 4 | 0/1 |
| Sondre Auklend | M | 92 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Ulrik Saltnes | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Julian Lund | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Joel Mugisha Mvuka | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Daniel Bassi | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Villads Nielsen | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hindrin Chooly | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kasper Solhaug | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ola Brynhildsen | F | 33 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/2 |
| Joshua Kitolano | M | 16 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Isak Dybvik Määttä | D | 16 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |