Bodo/Glimt have become the first Norwegian team to reach a major European semi-final and will be looking to progress further as they attempt to overturn a 3-1 deficit against Tottenham in the Arctic Circle.
Kjetil Knudsen’s team were mostly outplayed in the first leg in north London, but ended the match positively with Ulrik Saltnes' goal in the 83rd minute.
They were champions of Norway in 2024 and currently hold the fourth spot in the 2025 standings after amassing 10 points from four matches.
Tottenham find themselves in 16th place in the Premier League following a 1-1 draw away to West Ham last Sunday.
Nevertheless, the Lilywhites have shown more consistency in the Europa League and are striving to win their first European title since their UEFA Cup triumph in 1984.
Team news
James Maddison (knee) and Lucas Bergvall (ankle) are likely to be sidelined for the remainder of the season, while Dominic Solanke (thigh) was absent in the draw against West Ham.
Heung-Min Son (foot) has been out of action for almost a month and Radu Dragusin (knee) remains a long-term absentee.
Bodo/Glimt defender Odin Bjortuft (groin) was on the bench in the first leg, whereas winger Ola Blomberg overcame a minor injury and played until he was substituted in the 71st minute.
Patrick Berg, Hakon Evjen, and Andreas Helmersen have all completed their suspensions and are available for selection on Thursday.
The stats
Bodo/Glimt have won six out of their seven Europa League home matches this season.
In seven of Bodo/Glimt's last eight Europa League home games, there have been at least three goals scored.
Both teams have scored in three of Bodo/Glimt's last four games.
Tottenham have scored first in five of their last seven Europa League matches.
Spurs have managed to keep only one clean sheet in their previous 15 games.
Prediction
Tottenham halted their poor run in the Premier League with a 1-1 draw against West Ham, and they could repeat a similar result against Bodo/Glimt to secure a spot in the Europa League final.
Ange Postecoglou’s squad dominated the first leg and will be keen to avoid missing out on a more convincing victory.
They face a tougher challenge on an artificial turf at Aspmyra Stadion, where Bodo/Glimt have been victorious in six matches this season, including impressive wins over Porto (3-2) and Lazio (2-0).
Bodo/Glimt have a stronger squad for the second leg, but may need to take risks which could leave them vulnerable for Spurs to capitalize on counterattacks.
Tottenham have scored in 12 of their 13 Europa League games, and an additional goal or two could pave the way for a final berth.