Atletico Madrid hosts Bodo/Glimt on Wednesday evening for the final match of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League group stage.
Atletico is currently 12th in the standings, tied on points with the six teams above them, and needs a win to have a realistic chance of qualifying directly for the knockout stage.
Atletico Madrid vs Bodo/Glimt – Match Preview and Team News
- Date:Â Wednesday, 28th January.
- Kick-off:Â 8pm BST.
- Venue:Â Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid.
Atletico Madrid Team News
Antoine Griezmann will not play due to a minor muscle injury in his left thigh, which he sustained in training last week. An MRI confirmed the injury, but no return date has been provided by medical staff.
Griezmann’s absence is a loss for coach Diego Simeone, although Julian Alvarez is ready to step in, despite a recent goal drought in the league.
The squad is largely fit, with Alexander Sørloth and Koke both available for selection. Sørloth has started five of the last six matches and scored four goals during this period, despite ongoing transfer rumors linking him to Juventus. Pablo Barrios is expected to play in midfield after Conor Gallagher’s transfer to Tottenham for €40 million.
Bodo/Glimt Team News
Kjetil Knutsen’s side has no new injury issues. The Norwegian team has had an extended winter break, with their last domestic match against Fredrikstad in late November. They have since played two Champions League matches and several friendlies to stay fit.
This break helped them perform well against Manchester City, and Knutsen is expected to field the same starting eleven from that memorable win.
Jens Petter Hauge, who scored an impressive goal against City, will be key to Bodo/Glimt’s attack. Kasper Høgh, a striker who scored twice against City, has drawn attention from clubs like Celtic and Norwich City and will be eager to carry his form into this match.
Form
Atletico Madrid
Simeone’s team has won three of their last four Champions League matches after struggling in the beginning of the tournament.
After losses to Arsenal and Liverpool, they rebounded strongly. Their 3-0 win against Mallorca showcased their offensive skills and boosted their confidence ahead of this crucial match.
Atletico has won 12 of their last 13 Champions League home games, with only one defeat in their last 18 home matches in the competition.
Bodo/Glimt
The Norwegian champions have exceeded expectations in their first Champions League campaign. Before their unexpected win against Manchester City, they drew with Borussia Dortmund and Tottenham Hotspur, proving they can compete at a high level.
Their victory over City marked their first Champions League win and has significantly lifted team morale. They currently sit at 28th in the standings.
Predicted Lineups
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Pubill, Hancko, Ruggeri; Simeone, Barrios, Koke, Almada; Alvarez, Sorloth
Bodo/Glimt: Haikin; Sjovold, Bjortuft, Gundersen, Bjorkan; Evjen, Berg, Fet; Blomberg, Hogh, Hauge
How to Watch Atletico Madrid vs Bodo/Glimt?
Fans in the UK can stream the match live on Discovery+ and it will also be available on TNT Sports.
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