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Two goals behind · Return in Bodø
NEC Nijmegen Champions League Fixtures 2026–27
NEC travel north needing to overturn a 3–1 home defeat by Bodø/Glimt. Their first Champions League league-phase place is still possible, but the second leg demands a clear away win.
Netherlands · Play-offsAll rounds
N.E.C. fixtures and results
Aug 4, 2026Your timezone
OLY
Olympiacos0
Olympiacos0 NEC
N.E.C.0
N.E.C.0FinalLocal timeTBA
Aug 11, 2026Your timezone
NEC
N.E.C.2
N.E.C.2 OLY
Olympiacos1
Olympiacos1FinalLocal timeTBA
Aug 19, 2026Your timezone
NEC
N.E.C.1
N.E.C.1 BOD
Bodø/Glimt3
Bodø/Glimt3FinalLocal timeTBA
Aggregate: 1–3
Aug 25, 2026Your timezone
BOD
Bodø/Glimt
Bodø/Glimt NEC
N.E.C.
N.E.C.Tue, August 25th at 3:00 PM EDTLocal timeParamount+
Tie score before kickoff: 3–1
NEC’s comeback calculation
A three-goal win in Bodø puts NEC through in regulation. A two-goal win levels the aggregate and forces extra time, while any smaller margin leaves Glimt ahead.
Current entry point
Play-off · Play-offs
A demanding trip to Aspmyra
The return is at Aspmyra Stadion in Bodø. Supporters should check the club’s travel notice, local weather and the match-specific surface guidance as well as the converted kickoff time.
Venue snapshot
Goffertstadion · Nijmegen. Always use the venue on the individual fixture for final confirmation.
A historic domestic finish created the chance
NEC reached the play-off after a club-record third-place league finish and qualifying wins over Olympiacos. Even if the comeback falls short, the club would continue in the Europa League.
Content review
Reviewed August 22, 2026
N.E.C. Champions League FAQs
What do NEC need against Bodø/Glimt?
NEC need a three-goal second-leg win to qualify in regulation, or a two-goal win to force extra time.
Will NEC still play in Europe if eliminated?
Yes. A Champions League play-off defeat sends NEC into the Europa League league phase.