Bodø/Glimt Stun Manchester City in Historic Champions League Upset





In one of the most stunning results of the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League, Bodø/Glimt produced a breathtaking performance to beat Manchester City 3–1 at the Aspmyra Stadion in Norway on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 — marking a landmark moment in European competition.

Against all expectations, the Norwegian underdogs executed a near-perfect tactical game plan, combining intense pressing, clinical finishing, and ruthless counter-attacking to overwhelm their illustrious visitors. 

The match ignited in the 22nd minute, when Kasper Høgh opened the scoring with a powerful header — and just two minutes later, he struck again to double the lead, stunning the Cityzens and electrifying the home crowd. 

Bodø/Glimt maintained their momentum into the second half, with Jens Petter Hauge curling a superb third goal in the 58th minute, a finish that encapsulated the hosts’ confidence and composure. 

Manchester City briefly responded through Rayan Cherki in the 60th minute, offering a glimmer of hope — but the contest turned decisively against the Premier League giants moments later when skipper Rodri was sent off for two rapid yellow cards. 

The result not only marked Bodø/Glimt’s first ever victory in the Champions League but also dealt a significant blow to City’s aspirations of securing an automatic spot in the knockout phase. 

For the Norwegian side, it was a night of celebration and vindication in front of passionate supporters in the Arctic Circle. For Pep Guardiola’s team, it was a sobering defeat that underlined ongoing challenges in a season already fraught with inconsistency. 


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