Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen Stats: Head-to-head Record and Historical Context

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 at stake. This decisive tie comes after the first leg in the Netherlands, and the return in Norway will determine who progresses. In this context, Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen stats take on extra importance as both sides look for any historical and tactical edge.

The fixture is played under the high-pressure environment of Champions League qualification, where every goal and away-goals context from the first leg can shape the tactical approach. With Bodo/Glimt strong at home and NEC Nijmegen seeking to overturn the aggregate situation, the historical Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen stats provide a concise but telling backdrop to this Play-offs clash.

Head-to-head record

The record shows that Bodo/Glimt and NEC Nijmegen have only just begun their competitive head-to-head history in UEFA competition.

• 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 competitive football is short but already meaningful, centred entirely on their UEFA Champions League Play-offs clash in the 2026 season. The first chapter was written on 19 August 2026 at Stadion de Goffert in Nijmegen, in a match that set the tone for this new European matchup.

On 19 August 2026 in the UEFA Champions League Play-offs, NEC Nijmegen hosted Bodo/Glimt at Stadion de Goffert. The visitors took control early, going into the break with a 2-0 half-time lead. The match finished NEC Nijmegen 1-3 Bodo/Glimt, giving the Norwegian side a clear advantage in the tie and establishing their first official win in this head-to-head.

With only that first-leg encounter on record, the rivalry is still in its infancy, but the stakes are already high. As the teams head into the second leg, the Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen timeline is defined by that 3-1 away victory for Bodo/Glimt, which shapes both the aggregate score and the psychological landscape ahead of the decisive match in Norway.

Bodo/Glimt vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head picture is based solely on their single Champions League Play-offs meeting so far, but it already highlights a clear scoring edge for Bodo/Glimt.

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

For Bodo/Glimt, recent form in the UEFA Champions League season to date has been strong. Across three matches, they remain unbeaten with two wins and one draw, scoring freely and consistently in both home and away fixtures. Offensively, they average 3.0 goals per game, while defensively they concede 2.0 on average, suggesting an open, attack-minded approach that can both overwhelm opponents and leave space at the back.

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

Last 5 NEC Nijmegen Matches Results and Stats

NEC Nijmegen’s Champions League campaign season to date has been more mixed. Over three matches, they have one win, one draw and one loss, with a clear contrast between home and away performances. At home they have scored 3 goals in 2 matches but conceded 4, while away from home they have yet to score but have kept things tight defensively, conceding none in their single away outing. Overall, they average 1.0 goal scored and 1.3 conceded per match, reflecting a side still searching for balance at this level.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the historical and current numbers point towards a Bodo/Glimt side with both momentum and a clear edge in this matchup. The head-to-head record stands at one win from one for the Norwegians, with a 3-1 aggregate advantage built away from home. Their attacking output in the Champions League season to date is notably higher, averaging 3.0 goals per game, compared with NEC Nijmegen’s 1.0. NEC Nijmegen, however, have shown they can compete at home and can tighten up defensively on their travels, which keeps the tie competitive even against a free-scoring opponent. Overall, the trends lean towards Bodo/Glimt having the stronger platform going into the Aspmyra Stadion leg, but NEC Nijmegen’s capacity to adjust tactically means the outcome is not predetermined.

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