Manchester United vs Bodo Glimt: Head-to-Head, Trends, and Predictions

Manchester United vs Bodo Glimt: Manchester United enters a high-stakes UEFA Europa League (UEL) encounter with the Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt, with the Red Devils needing to win in order to tighten their grip on the qualification race. The match will take place at Old Trafford on November 28, 2024, and it comes at a very pivotal moment in United’s season, with Ruben Amorim trying to stamp his managerial credentials after a mixed start.

And with good reason—that’s because the start to Amorim’s reign came via a 1-1 draw in the Premier League with Ipswich Town, one that promised much yet hinted at old vulnerabilities, too. After an inspired goal by Marcus Rashford got United up within 82 seconds of kickoff, the failure of his team to push for further advantage and eventually let them slip with a first-half equalizer did beg question to be answered. United have commanded only one win this term from four UEL appearances thus far.

Old Trafford: A Fortress in the Europa League

Manchester United’s Europa League form at home has been something to fawn over for the fans, and the Red Devils have suffered just one loss in the last 26 UEL outings at Old Trafford while winning 19 and drawing six times as they enjoyed fortress status in the competition. Recent performances across all competitions further underline their home advantage: United are unbeaten in their last five matches at Old Trafford, securing four wins and one draw.

But this team always manages to get that extra gear when playing in front of their home crowd, despite the tough season. United’s attack, spearheaded by players like Bruno Fernandes and Rasmus Højlund, has shown glimpses of brilliance, though consistency remains elusive. This fixture against Bodo/Glimt offers a golden opportunity to regain their rhythm and assert dominance in the group stage.

Bodo/Glimt: The Underdogs with Momentum

The reigning Norwegian champions come to Manchester as underdogs but with enough quality and form to spring a surprise. The Yellow Horde sit a point ahead of United in Group A, with two wins and a draw from their opening four matches, and stand on the cusp of a fourth domestic league title in five years. That domestic success has fueled their confidence, and they will look to translate it onto the European stage.

The only unimpressive record is their win against the English teams. Bodo/Glimt have played the English opposition twice, losing on both occasions without scoring against Arsenal in the 2022 Europa League. Europe has also been quite tasking for the Norwegians, home and away, with just one victory in the last seven UEL away games (W1, D2, L4). But all stats indicate the exact opposite: Bodo are unbeaten in the last five away matches in all competitions—drawing three and winning two in the process—keeping three clean sheets in the process.

Key Players to Watch

Manchester United

• Amad Diallo: This young winger has been outstanding since Erik ten Hag left. He was the thorn in PAOK’s flesh during the 2-0 win after scoring the two goals due to his pace and creativity. He can be able to operate as a wingback under the system of Amorim, as that will add to United’s attacking flexibility.
• Marcus Rashford: Coming into this match off of an early goal against Ipswich, Rashford’s pace and finishing are going to be crucial to breaking the Bodo/Glimt defense.
• Bruno Fernandes: The midfielder remains United’s primary playmaker, whose passing and vision open up the defenses.

Bodo/Glimt

• Patric Berg: Norwegian midfielder who has been in red-hot form, scoring in three successive matches, may be decisive against United.
• Jens Petter Hauge: Dynamic, an attacker, creative, Hauge brings finishing to a team, thus is always a threat in the final third.
• Nikita Haikin: The keeper’s clean sheets in recent games have been important to Bodo/Glimt’s away successes, and he has a task on his hands with United coming.

Hot Stats and Trends

• Bodo/Glimt have scored eight of their last 11 goals after halftime.
• Manchester United have scored in all their last six matches, something that shows their consistency in attack.
• Bodo/Glimt have kept clean sheets in three of their last five away matches, underlining the improvement in the rear guard.

Manchester United vs Bodo Glimt: Form Guide

Manchester United (Last 6 Matches: LWDWWD)

Manchester United’s recent run has been the perfect blend of fight and inconsistency as they managed to score 13 in six matches and leak six goals. A match that showed their vulnerabilities was when they drew 1-1 against Ipswich. In this match, not only was their defense looked into, but their attack, too, came into effect.

Key Stats:

• 16 goals per game over their last six appearances.
• Unbeaten in five straight home games in all competitions.

Bodo/Glimt (Last 6 Matches: WLDLDW)

Recently, Bodo/Glimt have been showing some seriously high-scoring tendencies: five of their last six matches have seen over 2.5 goals netted. Bodo/Glimt won 2-0 against Odds Ballklubb. In this match, Bodo/Glimt showed real dominance in terms of possession and shooting.

Key Stats:

• They have averaged 3.83 goals per match in the last six matches.
• Three clean sheets in their last five away matches.

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Predicted Lineups

Manchester United possible starting lineup: Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Evans; Amad, Casemiro, Eriksen, Shaw; Antony, Hojlund, Fernandes

Bodo/Glimt possible starting lineup: Haikin; Sjovold, Nielsen, Bjortuft, Bjorkan; Evjen, Berg, Saltnes; Zinckernagel, Hogh, Hauge

Betting Insights and Opportunities

Several football betting options are available for this fixture. GSB’s online sportsbook presents competitive odds for fans to cash in on:

• Manchester United Win: 1.22
• Bodo/Glimt Win: 10.50
• Draw: 6.20

Judging by how dominant United have been at Old Trafford, as well as by the miserable record Bodo usually has in front of the English teams, all bets look set to go in the hosts’ way. Over 2.5 goals can also be a possible wager for all the betting enthusiasts, considering recent form.

Manchester United vs Bodo Glimt: Prediction

Given Manchester United’s home advantage and superior squad depth, they are expected to control the game and secure a decisive win. While Bodo/Glimt have shown resilience in recent away matches, their inexperience against high-caliber opposition might prove costly.

The fact that Manchester United is at home and has deeper squad resources gives them license to dominate this game and claim a convincing victory. Though Bodo/Glimt has tightened up on their travels in recent times, the fact is that inexperience at this high level may ultimately catch up with them.

Predicted scoreline: Manchester United 3-0 Bodo/Glimt. Expect United to make use of attacking depth and a victory-sealing second-half surge.