Champions League qualifying Betting Preview: Bodo/Glimt vs Sturm Graz

Norwegian Eliteserien side Bodo/Glimt host Austrian Bundesliga outfit Sturm Graz in the first leg of this UEFA Champions League qualifying tie at Aspmyra Stadion, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Wednesday 20 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Bodo/Glimt Worthy Favourites

Bodo/Glimt are available to back at -1 on the Asian Handicap. The tempting odds of -111 means we need a winning margin of two or more. A one goal victory over Sturm Graz would mean money back.

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Both Teams Victorious in Last Game

Bodo/Glimt won their last game. It was on the road in the Norwegian Eliteserien where Stromsgodset were beaten 5-0 at Marienlyst Stadion. The Gleam boasted an incredible 76% of possession and managed thirteen shots on target, with Kasper Waarts Hoegh grabbing two of the goals.

Sturm Graz got an Austrian Bundesliga win in their previous game. It was on their travels where Ried were beaten 3-1 at Innviertel Arena. Juergen Saeumel's side had the lion’s share of the ball recording 55% possession and seven shots on goal, with Otar Kiteishvili scoring twice and Max Johnston also finding the net.

Bodo/Glimt – Last 10 League & Champions League qualifying Games

7 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, averaging 2.6 goals from 6.6 shots on goal and 21.1 attempts. Bodo/Glimt have had 66.5% possession, 657.9 passes and 8.4 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 0.9 goals from 2.9 shots on goal and 7.2 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 2.5 corners.

Kasper Waarts Hoegh leads the way with 8 goals, Odin Luraas Bjoertuft has 3, with Jens Petter Hauge and two others on 2. Isak Dybvik Maeaettae, Ulrik Saltnes and Kasper Waarts Hoegh have racked up the most assists with 3 each.

Sturm Graz – Last 10 League & Champions League qualifying Games

Sturm have won 5, lost 4 and drawn 1, with an average of 1.6 goals from 11.5 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal. Juergen Saeumel's men average 49.5% possession, 4.4 corners in their favour and 5.4 corners against, while conceding 1.2 goals from 9.8 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal.

Otar Kiteishvili is top of the team’s scoring charts with 4, William Boeving has 3, with Max Johnston and Leon Grgic both on 2. Tomi Horvat has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 3.

Bodo/Glimt vs Sturm Graz Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Bodo/Glimt vs Sturm Graz preview includes expert betting advice on all fronts — from a match prediction and correct score guidance to corners advice, player prop selections and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

Backing Bodo/Glimt -1 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward, especially as there is lots of juice in the betting odds of -111. We’re expecting this Champions League qualifying game to go in their favour.

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football experts have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the Champions League qualifying action.

Key Bodo/Glimt vs Sturm Graz Champions League qualifying & league stats:

The -1 line has been covered by Bodo/Glimt in 13 of their last 20 games at home.
The -1 line has been covered by Bodo/Glimt in 6 of their last 10 games at home.

Bodo/Glimt -1 Probability

The odds at the best football bookies suggest our pick has a 52.6% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

Bodo/Glimt Asian Hcp -1 @ -111 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

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We’re taking a correct score bet which involves Bodo/Glimt to win 2-0. The odds of +800 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Ulrik Saltnes to Score +300

Ulrik Saltnes (Bodo/Glimt) has racked up six goals in his past ten games on home soil. We’re happy to take the +300 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

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Corners Prediction

Bodo/Glimt Over 5.5 Corners -128

Bodo/Glimt have covered the 5.5 corners line in five consecutive matches. We endorse betting on the -128 that Bodo/Glimt successfully cover the line, with this Team Corners wager hopefully providing a return.

Champions League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Bodo/Glimt

Total

10.90 8.40 2.50

Home

10.20 7.50 2.70

Away

10.60 7.50 3.10

Sturm

Total

9.80 4.40 5.40

Home

8.50 4.20 4.30

Away

9.50 4.90 4.60

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Bodo/Glimt -1 -111

Total Goals Under 2.5 +170

Team Corners Bodo/Glimt Over 5.5 -128

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Bodo/Glimt vs Sturm Graz Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Make Bodo/Glimt Most Likely Winners

With an approximate 64% chance of succeeding, the bookies are being cautious with their -175 betting odds for Bodo/Glimt triumphing in this Champions League qualifying encounter. At +380, Sturm Graz are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

There’s a Half-Time Result market should you wish to predict the outcome at the break. Sturm are +340 here and the draw is +155, with Bodo/Glimt on offer at +107.

The Total Goals market indicates that Over 2.5 Goals is the betting favourite right now. Both Teams to Score is one of the top markets and the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -189.

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Asian Handicap

Total Goals

Both Teams to Score

Kasper Waarts Høgh Top of First Goalscorer List

Kasper Waarts Høgh is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +320. Alternatively, there’s the chance to back him to find the net at any stage at +107.

Player Goals

Kasper Waarts Høgh (Bodo/Glimt)

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Ulrik Saltnes (Bodo/Glimt)

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Team Stats

Latest Champions League qualifying and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

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Sturm Graz Stats

Full-Time Result

7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 2.60 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.70 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

An average of 8.40 corners awarded and 2.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 7.50 corners awarded and 2.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
An average of 10.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 10.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
Had the most corners in 10 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 10 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 4.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

An average of 66.50% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 63.10% possession in the last 10 home matches
Most possession in 10 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

An average of 49.50% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 52.00% possession in the last 10 away matches
Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches

Bodo/Glimt vs Sturm Graz Lineups & Team News

Don’t miss the latest Bodo/Glimt vs Sturm team news before you bet. We’ll deliver the confirmed Champions League qualifying lineups and the latest injury reports.