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by Kennedy Kechula | in Champions League Predictions
Bodo/Glimt are eyeing one of the slots in the Champions League main draw, and to get there, they have to overcome Sturm Graz. The two sides clash in the playoff round, of which the first-leg matches are scheduled for this Wednesday. Bodo/Glimt will host this leg at the 8,270-capacity Aspmyra Stadion. Below we have a preview and prediction for the match.
Bodo/Glimt are setting their sights higher after the impressive run in the Europa League last season. The Norwegian champions got to the semi-final of the second-tier European club competition. With their season already on, Bodo/Glimt will feel fitter.
However, Sturm Graz have more pedigree coming into this match. Last season they reached the league phase but couldn’t get past it, finishing 30th overall. Their domestic campaign is just three rounds in, and Sturm Graz may struggle a bit with fitness issues. The Austrian champions have, however, lost six of their last eight Champions League matches.
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The Best Betting Odds for Bodoe/Glimt v Sturm Graz Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.55 | 4.33 | 5.25 |
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1.6 | 4.33 | 5 |
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1.6 | 4 | 4.8 |
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1.57 | 4.33 | 4.75 |
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1.57 | 4.5 | 4.8 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Bodoe/Glimt and Sturm Graz?
Our prediction for the Bodoe/Glimt vs Sturm Graz match is: over 3.5.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 20/08/2025 between Bodoe/Glimt and Sturm Graz in Champions League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 50.35% for a win of Bodoe/Glimt against Sturm Graz with odds of 1.62 at Bwin.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Bodoe/Glimt vs Sturm Graz is 10.32% with odds of 4.61 at 22bet.
- Our prediction model gives a 39.32% chance ⭐ for a win of Sturm Graz vs Bodoe/Glimt with odds of 5.25 at Bet365.
Bodoe/Glimt vs Sturm Graz Form
Bodoe/Glimt and Sturm Graz Last Matches
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Aug 2025 - Eliteserien
9 Aug 2025 - Eliteserien
3 Aug 2025 - Eliteserien
30 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
26 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
19 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Aug 2025 - Eliteserien
30 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
26 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
12 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
29 Jun 2025 - Eliteserien
21 Jun 2025 - Eliteserien
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Aug 2025 - Eliteserien
3 Aug 2025 - Eliteserien
19 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
16 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
5 Jul 2025 - Eliteserien
1 Jun 2025 - Eliteserien
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
16 Aug 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
10 Aug 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
6 Aug 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
1 Aug 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
25 Jul 2025 - ÖFB Cup
19 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
10 Aug 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
6 Aug 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
19 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
9 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
5 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
28 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
16 Aug 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
1 Aug 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
25 Jul 2025 - ÖFB Cup
19 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
18 May 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
4 May 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Bodoe/Glimt - Sturm Graz: Form Analysis
Bodo/Glimt had a record-breaking season last term as far as their story in Europe is concerned. They reached the Europa League semi-finals, making it the first time they’ve gone that far.
Now they are gunning for a first-ever appearance in the Champions League proper. They have reason to be optimistic about this, as they come into the game on a very solid run.
The Norwegians carry into this game a run of nine matches without defeat, having won seven in the process. The most recent was a 5-0 victory at Stromsgodset, which will boost their morale as lanes switch to Europe.
Bodo/Glimt are eyeing a first-ever Champions League group stage/league phase appearance.
Sturm Graz’s 2025/26 campaign has started with contrasting results, leaving them fifth in their domestic league. Being early in their season, the Austrians look set to struggle a bit before finding their footing.
In that case, a trip to Norway counts as one tough match ahead. The visitors warmed up for this game with a 3-1 away win at Ried. It was an impressive warm-up for a side with a history of struggling away from home in Europe.
Last season, Sturm Graz finished 30th in the league phase of the Champions League after losing all their four away matches.
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Bodoe/Glimt vs Sturm Graz last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 1 - 2 - 1 - 2
Bodoe/Glimt & Sturm Graz Squad Analysis
While having their season in the 19th week is a positive in terms of player fitness, Bodo/Glimt are also grappling with injuries. Ole Blomberg can’t add to his five goals and two assists in the season, as he is ruled out of this game with a thigh injury.
However, in Kasper Hogh, Bodo/Glimt have a serious threat in attack. He has 16 goals and five assists this season. The Dane joined in January 2024 and has since netted 37 goals for Bodo/Glimt.
Six of those were in Europe. Across the last three matches alone, Hogh scored five times.
Kasper Hogh and Otar Kiteishvili have been in great attacking form for these two sides.
Sturm Graz will also have their go-to man in attack, in Otar Kiteishvili. The Georgian has scored four times in the last five matches and will hope to extend the same here. He is already establishing himself as an important player for the visitors, having managed 16 goal involvements last season.
Kiteishvili scored 13 and assisted three goals in his 42 appearances last season.
Defensive stalwart Alexander Borkovic remains a long-term absentee on the Austrian side. In a game that’s expected to be high-scoring, his experience would have been key.
Most goals and assists
Bodoe/Glimt
Sturm Graz
O. Kiteishvili
(3 Goals)
W. Boving Vick
(2 Assists)
Bodoe/Glimt - Sturm Graz Key Points
- Bodo/Glimt scored 17 goals in the last five matches.
- Four of Bodo/Glimt’s last six matches had over 3.5 goals scored.
- Two of Sturm Graz’s season-opening four matches had over 3.5 goals.
- Sturm Graz’s last four away Champions League matches produced 14 goals.
- Four goals on average were scored in Bodo’s last three home Champions League games.
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Our Bodoe/Glimt vs Sturm Graz Prediction
These two sides are coming from comfortable wins in high-scoring matches in their domestic leagues. They also have in-form forwards who have the capability to influence this match. Hosts Bodo/Glimt have both a high-scoring return and home advantage to bring into this game.
In their last five matches alone, the hosts scored 17 times. On the other hand, Sturm Graz have experience at this stage and have also been comfortable in attack. Our prediction for Bodo/Glimt v Sturm Graz is for over 3.5.
Bodoe/Glimt vs Sturm Graz - Other Interesting Predictions
Bodo/Glimt to win
Bodo/Glimt have an edge playing at home, and this is one aspect they will try and make full use of. To this match they carry a nine-match unbeaten run, and they have three wins in four at home. Last season in Europe, they won six of eight home matches, beating, among others, Porto, Lazio, and Olympiakos.
Meanwhile, Sturm lost all four away matches in Europe last season. With that in mind, our second prediction here is for Bodo/Glimt to win.
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Bodoe/Glimt vs Sturm Graz match : Frequently asked questions
The Bodo/Glimt v Sturm Graz match will be played on Wednesday, 20 August.
The Bodo/Glimt v Sturm Graz match will be played at the Aspmyra Stadion in Bodo.
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