In a surprising turn of events, last year's Champions League runners-up, Inter Milan, faced an unexpected exit from the tournament as they were defeated by the Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt. The second leg of the knockout stage ended with a 1:2 loss for Inter, following a 1:3 defeat in the first leg, leading to their overall elimination. This loss marks a disappointing trend for Inter, who have now been finalists twice in the last three seasons but have failed to advance in this year's competition.

Bodø/Glimt, having started their league phase with a draw against Slavia Prague, had already established themselves as a formidable underdog with victories against top teams like Manchester City and Atlético Madrid. Their performance in this year's tournament has been nothing short of sensational, now classified as one of the competition's biggest surprises. With their win against Inter, they have proven that they can compete at a high level, showcasing resilience and skill despite their lower status.

In the match, the struggle for Inter was evident as they failed to score for long periods and conceded a crucial goal in the 58th minute. A defensive error compounded their woes, allowing Bodø/Glimt to take the lead. Although Inter managed to score a consolation goal late in the match, it was too little too late, emphasizing the harsh reality of their underwhelming campaign in the Champions League this season and raising questions about their future prospects in European competitions.