UCL Roundup: Bodø/Glimt Stun Inter as Atlético and Leverkusen Seal Last-16 Spots

The Champions League delivered another unforgettable night of football drama, defined by an astonishing upset at the San Siro, a statement hat-trick in Madrid, and a tense defensive masterclass in Leverkusen.

‎Bodø/Glimt’s Historic Triumph at San Siro

‎In what will go down as one of the greatest results in their history, Bodø/Glimt eliminated last season’s Champions League finalists Inter with a stunning 2–1 victory in Italy, completing a sensational 5–2 aggregate triumph.

‎Despite long spells under pressure, the Norwegian side stuck to their discipline and took their moment brilliantly in the 58th minute.

‎Ole Didrik Blomberg pounced on a loose ball near the box and forced a save from Yann Sommer, but Jens Petter Hauge reacted fastest to guide the rebound home.

‎The shock grew even larger in the 72nd minute when Håkon Evjen stroked a composed right-footed finish into the far corner, effectively sealing Inter’s fate. A late header from Alessandro Bastoni offered the hosts a brief hope, but the damage was done.

‎Bodø/Glimt march into the last 16 an achievement few could have predicted at the start of the campaign.

‎Sørloth’s Hat-Trick Lifts Atlético Past Club Brugge

‎In the Spanish capital, Atlético Madrid overcame a spirited effort from Club Brugge to win 4–1 on the night and 7–4 on aggregate.

‎While the final scoreline looked comfortable, the Belgians once again pushed Atlético to their limits across both legs.

‎The star of the evening was undoubtedly Alexander Sørloth, whose hat-trick proved decisive. He opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, only for Brugge’s Joel Ordóñez to equalize 13 minutes later.

‎Early in the second half, Atlético regained control through Johnny Cardoso, whose well-taken strike restored the hosts’ lead in the tie.

‎Brugge fought admirably but eventually succumbed, with Sørloth netting twice late on to complete his treble and extinguish any remaining doubt.

‎With the win, Diego Simeone’s men advance to face either Liverpool or Tottenham Hotspur in what promises to be an explosive round-of-16 matchup.

‎Leverkusen Hold Their Nerve to Progress

‎German champions Bayer Leverkusen needed resilience and defensive focus to protect their 2–0 first-leg lead against Olympiakos and a hard-earned 0–0 draw at home proved enough to see them through.

‎The visitors applied late pressure, but Leverkusen buoyed by last week’s double from Patrik Schick stood firm to secure their place in the last 16.

‎Their next challenge will be determined on Friday, when the draw will reveal whether they face Bayern Munich or Arsenal.