Bodø/Glimt Football Formation

Starting Lineup

Bodø/Glimt seeks to dominate through high pressing and verticality, using a 5-2-3 formation to stretch the opposition. This lineup relies on winning the ball high up the pitch to catch opponents out of position. The goal is to move the ball forward quickly through the thirds to catch the defensive line retreating.

Haikin sits behind a back five that can shift between a narrow block and a high line. Berg acts as the central anchor, while Nielsen and Bjørtuft serve as the wide centre-backs to provide cover and intercept passes. The wing backs, Bjørkan and Sjøvold, provide the necessary width by pushing high up the pitch to support the attack. When defending, the unit drops into a compact block to deny space between the lines.

The midfield functions as a double pivot designed to connect the defense and the attack. Evjen and Auklend work to win the second ball and carry the ball forward into the attacking half. They must cover large amounts of ground to press in a mid-block and stop the opponent from playing through the lines. By sitting just ahead of the back five, they help protect the central area and recycle possession when needed.

In the final third, Bodø/Glimt employs three attackers to pin the last defender. Brynhildsen acts as the central presence, looking to find the feet of the attackers or run in behind. Hauge and Blomberg operate as wide players who look to cut inside and create chances in the half spaces. The team uses the width provided by Bjørkan and Sjøvold to pull the defense apart, creating space for through balls.

This formation offers significant advantages in transition and wide overloads. By having wing backs like Sjøvold overlap the wingers, the team creates two on one situations against the opposition full backs. Additionally, the ability to press in coordinated waves from the front three and the midfield ensures that Bodø/Glimt can win it back high up the pitch.

The 5-2-3 formation allows this team to control games through aggressive pressing and rapid transitions. It is best suited for facing teams that play a high defensive line or struggle to handle constant pressure in their own half.