Slavia Prague and Bodø/Glimt shared the spoils in a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Champions League group stage. At the Eden Arena, both teams put on an entertaining display full of intensity and attacking play. While the goals drew the headlines, the performance of El Hadji Youssoupha Mbodji stood out at the heart of Slavia’s defense.
Deployed as a central defender, the Senegalese international delivered a commanding display against the Norwegian side’s relentless pressure. Mbodji consistently intercepted passes, dominated aerial duels, and kept Bodø/Glimt’s attackers in check with composure. His tactical awareness and anticipation allowed Slavia to stay level in a contest that could have tilted either way.
In the second half, as Bodø/Glimt increased their pressing, Mbodji rose to the occasion. He used his physical strength and ability to read the game to clear dangerous situations and keep Slavia organized. He even made his presence felt offensively on set pieces, creating additional threats for the visitors’ defense.
The final 2-2 scoreline fairly reflected the balance of play. Slavia may regret missed opportunities, while Bodø/Glimt can be proud of their attacking ambition. For the Czech side, however, Mbodji’s reliability and leadership at the back were decisive in salvaging a valuable point in their European campaign.