Inter Milan suffered a stunning defeat at the hands of Bodø/Glimt on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, crashing out of the Champions League in the playoff round. The Norwegian side secured a 2-1 victory at San Siro, completing a 5-2 aggregate win that eliminated last season’s Champions League finalists.
The match unfolded as a frustrating evening for Inter, who dominated possession and created numerous chances, registering 30 attempts on goal, but were unable to convert their pressure into goals. Bodø/Glimt, having already established a 3-1 lead in the first leg in Norway, capitalized on defensive errors to secure their historic advancement.
Jens Petter Hauge opened the scoring for the visitors in the 58th minute, capitalizing on a rebound after Ole Didrik Blomberg’s initial shot was saved by Inter goalkeeper Sommer. Hakon Evjen extended Bodø/Glimt’s lead in the 72nd minute, finishing a move started by Hauge with a precise shot.
Alessandro Bastoni briefly ignited Inter’s hopes with a goal in the 76th minute, but the Nerazzurri were unable to find an equalizer despite continued pressure. Inter had a goal disallowed and hit the post through Akanji, but the Norwegian side held firm.
“It’s completely insane, what we’re doing today,” Håkon Evjen told Norwegian broadcaster TV2 after the match. “It wasn’t the match picture we wanted today, but we solve it. We’ve done something completely absurd today.” He added, “Nothing is impossible. It’s completely insane to be a part of this.”
Inter, coached by Cristian Chivu, saw their Champions League ambitions extinguished despite a strong attacking lineup featuring Marcus Thuram and Paulo Esposito. The team’s inability to break down Bodø/Glimt’s organized defense proved decisive.
Bodø/Glimt’s victory marks one of the biggest upsets in Champions League history, and they will now advance to the round of 16. They will face either Manchester City or Sporting CP, with the draw yet to be determined. Inter will return to action on Saturday, February 28, 2026, against Genoa in Serie A.
