How to watch Tottenham vs Bodo/Glimt in Europa League semi: TV channel and kick-off time

Despite a disappointing season, could still salvage their campaign as they prepare to host Bodo/Glimt in the semi-finals. Currently languishing at 16th in England's top flight, Spurs could yet secure a spot in next season's with a European triumph.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has faced a challenging campaign and is under significant pressure to end his second season at Spurs with a flourish. The first leg of the semi-final against the Norwegian underdogs on Thursday will play a crucial role in deciding whether this season can be viewed as a success. However, securing a place in the final is far from guaranteed. Bodo have lost only one of their last nine matches and eliminated Lazio in the quarters despite suffering a 3-1 second-leg defeat at the Stadio Olimpico, where they held their nerve to triumph in a penalty shootout.

When is Tottenham vs. Bodo/Glimt?

Tottenham will welcome Bodo/Glimt for the first leg of their maiden encounter on Thursday, with the Scandinavian side enjoying their most successful European season in their history. They previously reached the quarter-finals of the Europa Conference League in 2022, though this term beats that feat by some distance.

Spurs had a close call of their own in the last round against Eintracht Frankfurt but managed to progress to the semi-finals thanks to Dominic Solanke's decisive penalty. However, they have since suffered two consecutive defeats, including one particularly one-sided 5-1 loss at Anfield this past Sunday.

Thursday's opening leg is set to kick off at 8pm at Stadium on what is expected to be a warm evening, with temperatures predicted to be around 23 degrees. Postecoglou's team would do well to capitalise on their home advantage given their opponents haven't suffered a home defeat since early November.

How can I watch Tottenham vs. Bodo/Glimt?

UK fans can tune into TNT Sports 2 or TNT Sports Ultimate to watch the first leg of Spurs' semi-final. Coverage will begin at 7pm for those who want to enjoy the build-up to the match.

The fixture can also be live-streamed via the Discovery+ app. However, an active Discovery+ subscription is required.

Team news

Spurs captain Son Heung-min is questionable for Thursday due to a foot problem that has kept him out of the last four games. Postecoglou made eight changes to his line-up for Sunday's 5-1 loss to Premier League champions Liverpool, and it's anticipated that Cristian Romero, Pedro Porro and Micky van de Ven will all return to the starting team.

Meanwhile, Bodo/Glimt boss Kjetil Knutsen faces the challenge of having three players suspended for the journey to England's capital. Among those sidelined are captain Patrick Berg and Hakon Evjen, both of whom played pivotal roles in the quarter-final victory over Lazio but have accumulated too many yellow cards.

Also ruled out is Andreas Helmersen, who came off the bench to score a crucial goal in the 109th minute of that match, which pushed the game to spot kicks. However, his second booking and subsequent sending off in the 120th minute in Rome means he will not be part of Bodo/Glimt's plans this week.