Tottenham Hotspur Faces Northern Giants Bodø/Glimt in Europa League Semi-final Clash

Confirmed Line-ups

The first leg of the Europa League semi-final between Tottenham Hotspur and Bodø/Glimt is set for today, Tuesday, May 1. Below are the confirmed line-ups for both sides:

• Tottenham Hotspur: Lloris, Doherty, Romero, Dier, Reguilón, Højbjerg, Kulusevski, Skipp, Son, Bergwijn, Kane.
• Bodø/Glimt: S Duty, Nyland, Voca, Solholm, Norwood, Hauge, Bamberg, Saltves, K invest, Boteng, Möhwald.

Bodø/Glimt Aims to Upset Tottenham Again

Anglo-Australian manager Ange Postecoglou, who led Celtic to the 2021-22 Scottish Premiership title, is now aiming to orchestrate another upset with his new side, Bodø/Glimt. They defeated Brendan Rodgers’ Leicester in the round of 16, and Postecoglou commented on the team’s potential:

“We’ve shown already in this competition that size and reputation count for little, and I don’t expect that to change against Tottenham.” – Ange Postecoglou

Key Absences and Changes

Tottenham has a notable absence in the Norwegian side’s starting line-up: Lucas Bergvall, who was expected to feature but has been ruled out due to injury. Meanwhile, Tottenham’s Harry Kane retains his spot upfront, despite an early-season injury scare.

Can the “Fish Hippy” Underlogs Stun Spurs?

The Norwegian side, often referred to as the “fish hippy” outfit, has captivated European football with their attacking prowess and distinctive style of play. Their manager, Kjetil Knutsen, has emphasized the team’s belief in their abilities:

“We’re not scared of anyone. We’ll go out there to play our game, and we’ll see what happens.” – Kjetil Knutsen

Europa League in Numbers

• This is Tottenham’s first-ever Europa League semi-final appearance.
• Bodø/Glimt, meanwhile, are the first Norwegian club to reach a major European Cup semi-final.
• The aggregate winner of this tie will face either AS Roma or Bayer Leverkusen in the final.

FAQ

When and where will the match take place?

Tuesday, May 1, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London.

Where can I watch the match?

BBC One, BBC iPlayer (UK) and CBS Sports Network (US).

Pro Tip: Key Players to Watch

• Harry Kane: Tottenham’s crucial talisman will be looking to add to his impressive tally of 23 goals this season.
• Leo Hambro: The Norwegian winger has been Bodø/Glimt’s creative spark, notching 9 goals and 7 assists in the Europa League.

With both sides buoyed by their previous European triumphs, this semi-final clash promises to be a thrilling encounter. Who will prevail in this battle of underdogs versus giants?

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