Lazio vs Bodo/Glimt predictions for Thursday’s Europa League quarter-final second leg. Lazio aim for a comeback at Stadio Olimpico after a disappointing first leg, but Bodo/Glimt’s resilience and recent European pedigree suggest another upset could be on the cards in Rome. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
Europa League | Apr 17, 2025 at 8pm UK at Stadio Olimpico
Lazio vs Bodo Glimt Predictions


Will the Romans Rise or Will the Norwegians Freeze Out Another Giant?
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- Home but Vulnerable: Lazio have conceded in 12 consecutive home matches, showing a clear inability to keep things tight at the back.
- Norwegian Scorers on a Roll: Bodo/Glimt have netted 14 goals in their last four matches in all competitions, proving they can strike even on foreign soil.
- Momentum vs History: While Lazio are unbeaten in their last 13 Europa League home games, they’ve not overturned a two-goal first-leg deficit in European football history.
Best Bet for Lazio vs Bodo Glimt
Under 2.5 Goals | |
13/20 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning Both clubs are low on confidence, high on managerial turmoil, and struggling to score. The stakes will likely create a cagey, low-scoring game – perfect conditions for backing under 2.5 goals. |
Tension is already thick in the Roman air as Lazio prepare to host Bodo/Glimt for a dramatic Europa League second leg under the lights at Stadio Olimpico. After the humbling 2-0 defeat in the Arctic last week, the Italians know they have to deliver a performance full of fire and grit to avoid crashing out on their own turf.
Marco Baroni’s men were completely outplayed in Norway, with Ulrik Saltnes taking full advantage of a sluggish Lazio side. That result leaves the Biancocelesti staring down the barrel of an early European exit. Yet, as unlikely as the comeback may appear on paper, they’ve not forgotten how to rally at home. Undefeated at the Olimpico in the Europa League since 2019, the hosts know exactly what’s needed—but knowing and doing are two very different beasts.
On the flip side, Bodo/Glimt arrive brimming with belief and fresh legs. Granted a weekend off by the Norwegian league, they’ve had time to rest, recover, and probably rehearse how to soak up wave after wave of pressure. Their record away in Europe isn’t exactly stellar, but with a two-goal cushion and confidence high, they only need to avoid collapse. And if Lazio open up too much in search of goals, there’s a real risk the visitors could strike again.
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Best Bet for Lazio vs Bodo/Glimt: Both Teams to Score
At BettingTips4You, we like to keep it simple. One match, one prediction—that’s our game. None of this scattergun stuff. And after poring over the details, our Best Bet for this Europa League showdown is Both Teams to Score.
Let’s not sugarcoat it—Lazio have been defensively leaky at home. They’ve conceded in each of their last 12 matches in front of their own fans. That’s not just a stat, that’s a pattern—and a worrying one at that. While the Olimpico crowd can lift the team, the backline clearly hasn’t got the memo about locking things down.
Yes, Rovella is back from suspension and Romagnoli remains a threat at both ends, but this side doesn’t scream ‘clean sheet’—especially when you’ve got a Bodo attack buzzing with pace and energy. Saltnes is on fire right now and is the sort of player who always finds himself in the right place at the right time. The Norwegian outfit might not have the glamour of their Italian opponents, but they’ve scored in each of their last five matches across all competitions and won’t be coming to Rome just to sit back.
Meanwhile, Lazio are bound to throw everything at this. With Isaksen, Zaccagni and Castellanos in attack—and Pedro lurking—it’s hard to imagine they don’t at least find the net once. But when you’re pushing forward like madmen, you leave the back door wide open.
As BettingTips4You.com expert Luca Pratesi puts it:
“Lazio have to chase the game, and that makes them vulnerable. With Bodo always dangerous on the counter, backing both sides to score is the smartest move on the board.”
Likely Scoreline: Lazio 3-1 Bodo/Glimt
With the pressure cooker heating up at the Olimpico, we’re anticipating a thrilling match. Lazio will come out swinging and are likely to get on the scoreboard early. But Bodo aren’t the type to roll over, and they can certainly find the net themselves. A 3-1 home win feels realistic—it gets Lazio the victory on the night, but not necessarily the ticket to the next round.hut out entirely. A 2-1 home win feels the most likely, with Bilbao edging through on the back of their depth and desire.
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