Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Bodø / Glimt: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Bodø / Glimt in the Champions League on Wednesday, 10 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Borussia Dortmund and Bodø / Glimt played out a 2-2 draw in an entertaining encounter. Dortmund took the lead in the 18th minute when Julian Brandt scored, assisted by Fábio Silva, but Bodø / Glimt equalised just before half-time through Haitam Aleesami in the 42nd minute, assisted by Patrick Berg. The hosts regained the advantage early in the second half with Julian Brandt’s second goal in the 51st minute, assisted by Maximilian Beier, only for Jens Petter Hauge to level things up again in the 75th minute, assisted by Håkon Evjen.

Coming off a mixed run that included a strong 4-0 win over Villarreal but a heavy 1-4 loss to Manchester City, Dortmund showed attacking intent but struggled to hold onto leads. Bodø / Glimt, who have endured a tough spell with three consecutive losses before this match, demonstrated resilience on the counter to secure a valuable point away from home. Both sides made tactical adjustments through substitutions, which influenced the game’s flow without tipping the balance decisively.

Borussia Dortmund dominated possession with 63% of the ball compared to Bodø / Glimt’s 37%, which translated into more corners at 10 against 4, reflecting their control in attacking areas. However, Bodø / Glimt edged out in successful dribbles with 50 to Dortmund’s 43, highlighting their effectiveness on the break despite less time on the ball. Each team recorded one assist, and while Dortmund picked up a single yellow card, Bodø / Glimt stayed discipline-free in that regard, with no red cards for either side.

Both teams utilised all five substitutions, with Dortmund making changes at 33’, 67’ (twice), and 77’ (twice) to refresh their lineup, such as Daniel Svensson coming on for Waldemar Anton early due to what appeared to be an injury concern. Bodø / Glimt adjusted at half-time and later in the second half, including a triple change at 68’ where Andreas Helmersen replaced Kasper Høgh, Villads Nielsen came on for Haitam Aleesami, and Mathias Jørgensen took over from Ole Didrik Blomberg, helping them maintain energy for the late equaliser. No penalties were taken, and there were no injury-time goals, keeping the contest balanced throughout.

The match’s decisive moments revolved around the goals, starting with Julian Brandt’s opener for Dortmund in the 18th minute, assisted by Fábio Silva, which set an early tone for the hosts. Bodø / Glimt responded effectively before the break, with Haitam Aleesami finding the net in the 42nd minute off a Patrick Berg assist to level the score. Dortmund pushed ahead again shortly after the restart, as Julian Brandt scored his second in the 51st minute with help from Maximilian Beier, but Jens Petter Hauge’s 75th-minute strike, assisted by Håkon Evjen, ensured the visitors left with a share of the points.

Substitutions played a role in shifting momentum, such as Dortmund’s early change at 33’ where Daniel Svensson replaced Waldemar Anton, and Bodø / Glimt’s half-time switch with Ulrik Saltnes coming on for Sondre Fet to bolster midfield. Later adjustments, including Dortmund’s double substitution at 67’ seeing Karim Adeyemi replace Maximilian Beier and Serhou Guirassy take over from Fábio Silva, added fresh legs, while Bodø / Glimt’s triple change at 68’ helped sustain their threat. The only card came late, with Karim Adeyemi booked for Dortmund in the 90+5th minute, but it did not alter the final outcome.

Borussia Dortmund lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, allowing them to build play from the back while supporting attackers like Julian Brandt in advanced roles. Key partnerships included Brandt linking up with Fábio Silva and Maximilian Beier for the goals, with substitutions such as Daniel Svensson replacing Waldemar Anton at 33’ and later changes like Karim Adeyemi coming on for Beier at 67’ providing tactical flexibility. Players like Julian Ryerson, who replaced Yan Couto at 77’, and Emre Can, who came on for Aarón Anselmino at the same time, helped maintain structure in defence and midfield.

Bodø / Glimt deployed a 4-1-4-1 shape, focusing on a solid defensive base with midfielders like Patrick Berg providing assists, as seen in Haitam Aleesami’s goal. Standout contributions came from scorers Aleesami and Jens Petter Hauge, supported by Håkon Evjen’s assist for the equaliser, while substitutions such as Ulrik Saltnes replacing Sondre Fet at 46’ strengthened the central areas. Later changes, including Villads Nielsen coming on for Aleesami at 68’ and A. Klynge replacing Isak Dybvik Määttä at 82’, ensured they remained competitive in wide positions.

Julian Brandt is Bwin’s Man of the Match after a standout performance where he scored both of Dortmund’s goals, though he did not register any assists or big chances created, managing just one key pass. His clinical finishing in the 18th and 51st minutes proved crucial in keeping Dortmund in contention, showcasing his ability to influence the game from midfield. Brandt’s efforts stood out in a match where Dortmund held more possession but needed his goals to secure a point.

Recent Champions League matches:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Bodø / Glimt (H)
• Win: 4-0 vs Villarreal (H)
• Loss: 1-4 vs Manchester City (A)
• Win: 4-2 vs FC København (A)
• Win: 4-1 vs Athletic Club (H)

Recent Champions League matches:

• Draw: 2-2 vs Borussia Dortmund (A)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Juventus (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Monaco (H)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Galatasaray (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Tottenham Hotspur (H)

Borussia Dortmund have just drawn 2-2 at home to Bodø / Glimt, leaving them in 10th place on 11 points after a recent form that includes a convincing 4-0 win over Villarreal but also a 4-1 defeat to Manchester City. Their next match is against SC Freiburg on 2025-12-14 at 14:30, with Freiburg’s current position and points yet to be confirmed. This fixture offers Dortmund a chance to build momentum and climb the table, especially after showing attacking promise but defensive vulnerabilities in their latest outing.

Bodø / Glimt have just drawn 2-2 away to Borussia Dortmund, sitting in 32nd place on 3 points following a challenging run of three losses and a draw in their previous four games, including defeats to Juventus and Monaco.

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