The match got off to a promising start for NEC, with Tjaronn Chery and Gonzalo Crettaz making their presence felt. However, Bodø/Glimt took the lead after 25 minutes, with Sondre Brunstad Fet scoring from a well-worked pass by Jens Petter Hauge. NEC had several scoring opportunities but failed to convert them, with Bodø/Glimt doubling their lead just before halftime through a penalty converted by Andreas Helmersen.
In the second half, NEC made several substitutions, which improved their performance. However, Bodø/Glimt scored their third goal just five minutes after the restart, with Haitam Aleesami heading in a corner kick from Patrick Berg. NEC managed to pull a goal back with five minutes remaining, thanks to a header from Clement Bischoff, but it was not enough to prevent a 1-3 loss. NEC now needs to win by two goals in the return match to stay in the Champions League competition, which takes place on Tuesday at 21:00.