Borussia Dortmund hosts Bodø/Glimt this Wednesday, December 10, 2025, for the sixth round of the Liga league phase of UEFA’s Campeões. The match takes place at 5pm at Brasília time, at the Signal Iduna Park stadium, at Dortmund, at Alemanha. With 10 points accumulated in five games, Dortmund is looking for victory to advance in the G-8 and guarantee a direct place in the round of 16.
Bodø/Glimt, with just two points, is eliminated from the competition and is aiming for its first European victory of the season. The teams have not faced each other before, which makes the duel unpredictable. The live broadcast on Brasil is carried out by HBO Max, an exclusive streaming service for Champions League games.
Belgian referee Eric Lambrechts referees the game, known for an average of 4.09 cards per game this season. Coaches Niko Kovač, from Dortmund, and Kjetil Knutsen, from Bodø/Glimt, chose offensive formations for the clash.
- Dortmund in 3-4-2-1: focus on quick transitions with Brandt and Adeyemi.
- Bodø/Glimt in 4-3-3: emphasis on counterattacks led by Hauge.
Dortmund tactical formation
The confirmed Borussia Dortmund lineup adopts the 3-4-2-1 formation, prioritizing defensive solidity and speed on the flanks. Gregor Kobel defends the goal, with a line of three defenders formed by Aaron Anselmino, Waldemar Anton and Nico Schlotterbeck as captain.
On the wings, Yan Couto and Ramy Bensebaini act as wingers, supported by Felix Nmecha and Jobe Bellingham in midfield. Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi float behind striker Serhou Guirassy, the team’s top scorer in Champions with four goals.
This configuration reflects the good moment of the team, which beat Hoffenheim 2-0 in the last game of Bundesliga. Kovač chose to save some starters in Copa from Alemanha, but keeps the core strong for Europa.
Absences in Dortmund
Niklas Süle remains out with a toe injury and was not included in the game. Emre Can, recovered from muscle fatigue, returns to the bench as a leadership option in defense.
Other casualties include players not registered with Champions, such as Alexander Meyer and Julian Ryerson, who prioritize Bundesliga. The squad has depth, allowing rotations without loss of quality.
The Croatian coach highlighted the importance of maintaining momentum at home, where Dortmund have 13 wins in 20 recent European games.
Bodø/Glimt Lineups
Bodø/Glimt plays in 4-3-3, with Nikita Haikin in goal and a defense made up of Fredrik Sjøvold, Odin Bjortuft, Brede Moe and Fredrik Bjørkan. In the middle, Patrick Berg as captain anchors alongside Sondre Fet and Håkon Evjen.
Up front, Ole Didrik Blomberg, Kasper Høgh and Jens Petter Hauge form the offensive trio, with Hauge responsible for two goals in the competition. Knutsen maintains his aggressive style, despite recent defeats.
The Norwegian team drew 2-2 with Tottenham and lost 3-2 against Juventus, showing potential in open games.
Embezzlement in Bodø/Glimt
Jostein Gundersen is suspended for accumulating yellow cards. Ola Brynhildsen is out due to a muscle injury, while Haitam Aleesami is recovering from a thigh injury and was not selected.
The club, Norwegian runner-up after losing the title to Viking by one point, ended the Eliteserien with a 5-0 victory over Fredrikstad. Ainda thus, absences weaken the depth of the squad.
Knutsen called up youngsters like Magnus Brøndbo and Isak Dybvik Määttä to the bench, aiming for injections of energy in the second half.
Where to watch the game on Brasil
The exclusive broadcast of the match on Brasil is on HBO Max, with narration in Portuguese and original audio options. The streaming service covers all rounds of Champions League, including pre- and post-game analysis.
For those who prefer open TV or pay-per-view, there are no confirmed options other than streaming, but the HBO Max app allows you to watch on multiple devices. Abroad, channels such as TNT Sports and Sky Sports show the duel in other countries.
The platform records high audiences for German games, with more than 500,000 hits per UCL match this season. Assinantes can add to the calendar via the app for automatic reminders.
Featured players
Nico Schlotterbeck, defender of Dortmund, leads the defense with 80% success rate in tackles in Champions. The 25-year-old German scored in the last European game and will be key against Norwegian counterattacks. Sua average grade is 7.2 in Sofascore.
On the other hand, Jens Petter Hauge shines against Bodø/Glimt with two goals and two assists in four games. The 25-year-old striker, formerly of Eintracht Frankfurt, has the speed to explore spaces behind the Dortmund’s high line.
Other names include Julian Brandt, with three assists for Dortmund, and Patrick Berg, captain of Glimt with 90% successful passes. Esses individual duels can set the pace of the match.
Stadium and atmosphere in Dortmund
The Signal Iduna Park, with a capacity for 81 thousand fans, welcomes the game with the expectation of a full house. The “Amarelo Wall” promises pressure from the opening whistle, with an average of 45 thousand shouts per game.
Located at Dortmund, the stadium was renovated in 2024 for better acoustics and accessibility. Fãs Norwegians are expected to attend in reduced numbers, around 2,000, according to a bilingual police bulletin released by the local authority.
The forecast temperature is 4°C, with the possibility of light rain, which favors the fast grass typical of the place.
European team history
Dortmund has accumulated 45 goals in 20 home games in Champions, with only 12 conceded. The German team won four of six duels against Norwegians in Europa, including Rosenborg in 1999.
Bodø/Glimt is looking to break a streak of eight games without a win in continental competitions, since the semi-final of Europa League in 2024 against Lazio. The Norwegians drew with Tottenham and lost by the smallest margin to Juventus and RB Leipzig.
This match marks Glimt’s second European clash against Germans, following draws with Werder Bremen in 1999.
International streaming options
In addition to HBO Max on Na Noruega, channel Viaplay covers it with a focus on visiting fans.
Platforms like UEFA.tv offer free post-match highlights, while apps like OneFootball provide real-time updates. No Reino Unido, TNT Sports airs at 4pm local time.
These options guarantee global access, with over 100 countries covered by UEFA.
