Galatasaray secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over Elfsborg in the Europa League, while Bodo/Glimt snatched a late win against Braga. The Turkish giants dominated the first half, scoring three goals, but faced a spirited comeback from Elfsborg. Bodo/Glimt’s victory came after a dramatic late goal and a red card for Braga. Both teams are now leading their respective groups in the revamped Europa League.
Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt and Dutch side AZ Alkmaar became the first teams to secure victories in the revamped Europa League, with Jens Petter Hauge’s brace leading Bodø/Glimt to a 3-2 win over Porto, while Troy Parrott’s penalty secured Alkmaar’s 3-2 victory over Elfsborg. The new format sees 36 teams compete in a league system, replacing the traditional group stage.
