A section of the away stand at Tromso’s stadium collapsed on November 8, 2026, sending travelling Bodø/Glimt supporters tumbling through the floor during an Eliteserien match.
Stand Collapse Interrupted Match
The top-tier game in northern Norway was halted in the 41st minute as heavy rain fell on the pitch, according to The Associated Press, according to Eagle-Tribune. Bodø/Glimt goalkeeper Nikita Haikin drew referee Ola Hobber Nilsen’s attention to the incident behind the goal, prompting an immediate stoppage.
We stood and bounced to a supporter song, then the floor gave way, Andrine Moen, a Bodo supporter who witnessed the accident, told local newspaper Verdens Gang.
There were many people falling forward. We were all standing and jumping around each other when it happened. You see people falling down, and then you see a hole. Then you understand what has happened. It was a terrible experience … The only thing to do was to get away from the situation in case the stand gave way more.
Supporters Sustained Injuries After Falling Through Stadium Structure
Emergency responders treated four supporters at the scene, with one individual subsequently hospitalized, WRAL reported. Tromsø issued a statement confirming a serious incident in the away sector and noting that preliminary information showed a person had fallen through the structure and sustained injuries.
Bodo press officer Simen Pedersen told Reuters that up to five people fell through the stands. During the second half, the stadium announcer informed the crowd that the hospitalized fan was doing well, according to NRK coverage.
Bodø/Glimt Won the Match Following Play Resumption
Following consultations involving both clubs, the Norwegian Football Federation, supporters, police, and matchday staff, play resumed, Newsday reported. Displaced away fans were evacuated and relocated to a side stand designated for Tromsø supporters.
Bodø/Glimt secured a 2–0 victory after the restart, with Ola Brynhildsen scoring twice, according to GOAL. The win brought Bodø to 62 points after 26 rounds, moving them level with league leaders Viking at the top of the Eliteserien table on goal difference.