Bodo/Glimt vs Tottenham match not be televised due to…..

The match between Bodø/Glimt and Tottenham (second leg, Europa League semi-final) is confirmed and scheduled.
* Kick-off is expected at **8pm BST / local time** in Norway.


* Unfortunately, viewers in the UK can’t watch the match live on **TNT Sports 2**.
* Weather in Bodø is expected to be cold (around 5-6°C) with little storm and the condition has been forecast that it would force cancellation of coverage.

## ⚠️ Reasons why broadcast would be unlikely to be cancelled due to weather

* The match is in northern Norway, above the Arctic Circle, where Bodø/Glimt regularly hosts European fixtures in cold, windy, or snowy conditions. Their stadium (Aspmyra Stadion) has features and experience managing harsh weather. ([BBC][5])
* Bodø/Glimt plays on an **artificial pitch** (synthetic surface), which is more resilient in cold/snowy conditions than natural grass. ([Sky Sports][6])
* Necessary infrastructure (e.g. under-soil heating, snow clearance) has been used in past matches in similar areas to ensure the game can go ahead. ([BBC][5])

## 🤔 What it would take for the broadcast to be cancelled

Even in extreme weather, broadcasters often have backup plans unless conditions affect safety, the ability of equipment to operate, or access to the stadium and transmission infrastructure. Some possible reasons:

* Severe wind, snow or ice making travel impossible for broadcast crew or making transmission unstable.
* Safety concerns for fans, players, or stadium staff.
* Equipment damage or power outages.
* Regulatory or permissions issues if local authorities force restrictions.

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