"This is the greatest result in Norwegian football history" - Norwegian Football Federation comments on Bodø/Glimt's victory over Inter

The former Champions League finalist exits the tournament at the playoff stage.

Details: Following yesterday's victory by Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt over Milan's Inter at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Norwegian football celebrated one of its most remarkable achievements at club level – reaching the Champions League Round of 16, along with a convincing run of victories over three top clubs in succession: Inter, Atlético Madrid, and Manchester City.

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The Norwegian Football Federation has already marked the extraordinary success of this underdog club:

"The win over Inter is the greatest result in the history of our football. It is also one of the most unexpected performances and outcomes in the modern history of the Champions League.

Another outstanding achievement for a Norwegian team in an away match against Inter." - stated Norwegian Football Federation president Lise Klaveness.

Bodø/Glimt are now unbeaten in five consecutive Champions League matches. This is especially impressive considering that during this run they have faced Borussia Dortmund, Atlético Madrid, Manchester City, and Inter twice.

The last defeat for the Norwegian giants was last year at home against Juventus, with a 2-3 scoreline.

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