Bodo/Glimt’s Fishy Ticket Swap: Norwegian Fan Lands Europa League Semi-final Spot
A Norwegian fan traded five kilos of boknafisk, a Norwegian delicacy, for a ticket to Thursday’s Europa League semi-final clash between Bodo/Glimt and Tottenham Hotspur in the Arctic Circle. The hosts are vying to become the first Norwegian club to reach a European final.
Unprecedented Demand, Unique Solution
With just 480 tickets available for 50,000 eager fans, one creative supporter found an innovative way to secure his seat. Torbjørn Eide, a fish farm production manager, offered five kilos of boknafisk – worth approximately €215 – in exchange for a ticket.
We produce Norway’s best boknafisk, and you probably can’t get it in Bodø city. So I thought maybe someone would want it.Torbjørn Eide, to Norway’s state-run broadcaster NRK
The offer was too tempting for Oystein Aanes, who had an extra ticket. “It was just a fun thing,” he told NRK.
Reindeer Meat Deal
Inspired by Eide’s success, Nils Erik Oskal tried his luck with five kilos of reindeer meat. “Someone took the bait. It didn’t take long,” Oskal reported.
Oskal’s trade could be worth around €75. “But that doesn’t matter, I get to experience something huge,” he said.
Bodo/Glimt’s Historic Journey
The Arctic club has captivated Europe with its remarkable run in the Europa League. Despite being ranked 109th in Europe, they have knocked out Italian giants AS Roma and Scottish powerhouses Aberdeen along the way. Now, they face Tottenham Hotspur with a place in the final on the line.
Did you know?
- Bodo/Glimt’s stadium, the Aspmyra Stadion, has a capacity of just 7,131 – less than 15% of the tickets applied for.
- The club was founded in 1916 and is based in the city of Bodø, above the Arctic Circle.
- The Europa League final will be played in Seville on May 26.
Pro tip
To watch the game live in Bodø, you might need to think outside the box – and possibly your kitchen pantry!
Stay tuned to 247sports.news for more updates on this fishy tale and Bodo/Glimt’s historic Europa League run!