Bayern should make the most of home advantage: Bayern Munich vs Bodø/Glimt prediction
The opening-round Champions League match between Bayern Munich and Bodø/Glimt will take place on 10 September at the Allianz Arena. The Munich side head into the competition unbeaten this season, while the Norwegian club have won their last seven matches in a row.
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Bayern Munich: strong start and excellent opening-round record
Vincent Kompany's side began the season with three consecutive victories, including a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the German Super Cup. In their latest Bundesliga match, Bayern unexpectedly dropped points against Schalke in a 0-0 draw.
However, Bayern have won their opening match in each of the last 22 Champions League campaigns. They have also been extremely consistent at home, suffering just one defeat in 2026 while recording 15 victories.
Bodø/Glimt: seven consecutive wins and a 20-match unbeaten run
The Norwegians came through two qualifying rounds, beating Union Saint-Gilloise 6-5 on aggregate before thrashing NEC 6-1 over two legs. Last season, Bodø/Glimt reached the Champions League round of 16 and managed to eliminate Inter in the knockout stage.
Kjetil Knutsen's side are in excellent form ahead of their trip to Munich. A 2-1 victory over Fredrikstad was their seventh in a row, while their overall unbeaten run has now reached 20 matches.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Bayern Munich have won their opening match in each of the last 22 Champions League campaigns.
- Bodø/Glimt are unbeaten in 20 consecutive matches across all competitions.
- The Norwegian club have won seven consecutive matches ahead of their trip to Munich.
The visitors are capable of scoring: Bayern Munich vs Bodø/Glimt prediction
Bodø/Glimt are in outstanding form and have repeatedly shown that they can cause problems for more prestigious opponents. However, at the Allianz Arena, it will be much harder for the Norwegians to control space and withstand sustained pressure.
Bayern have a clear advantage in quality and boast a powerful attacking line featuring Kane, Musiala, Olise and Díaz. The visitors are certainly capable of scoring, but the hosts should create far more chances and see the match through to victory.
