Saint-Louis vs Portland Tim. Prediction 13 July 2025
πSt. Louis City are set to host Portland Timbers in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The home side are struggling this season, languishing near the bottom of the table and displaying poor form. Meanwhile, Portland, comfortably positioned in the upper echelons of the standings, arrive with a string of successful performances and a solid defense. Both teams tend to engage in high-scoring matches, which could be a decisive element for an entertaining showdown.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 08 June 2025 and ended with a 2-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Portland Timbers were the home side):
- possession percentage: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 4;
- fouls: 12 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 7.
πStatistical Preview of Official Encounters Between St. Louis City and Portland Timbers:
- 6 matches played;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 2, draws - 2;
- goals scored - 11 to 10;
- average total goals in the 1st half - 1, in the 2nd half - 2.5;
- average total goals per match - 3.5.
Head-to-head statistics Saint-Louis - Portland Tim.

Saint-Louis City Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the MLS with Real Salt Lake hosting St. Louis City. The game ended with a 3-2 scoreline.
Here's the match statistics (St. Louis City vs Real Salt Lake):
- possession percentage: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 10 vs 5;
- fouls: 8 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 7.
St. Louis City are going through a tough spell. The team sit at the bottom of the standings and have shown inconsistent performances, with just one win in their last ten matches while conceding an average of 2.3 goals per game. Their playing style focuses on attacking and ball possession, but a fragile defense often lets them down. Their most recent head-to-head against Portland ended in a 1-2 defeat.
Match Results: Saint-Louis City

Portland Timbers Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the MLS, with Portland Timbers hosting New England Revolution. The match concluded with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 5 vs 8;
- fouls: 6 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
Portland Timbers have established themselves as a reliable team thanks to their balanced play and disciplined defense. Currently sitting fourth in the league, they showcase impressive form with three wins in their last five games. Despite a low scoring rate of 0.9 goals per game, their strategy revolves around counter-attacking tactics and effective set-piece execution. Historically, they have performed well against St. Louis, which adds confidence ahead of their upcoming clash.
Match Results: Portland Timbers
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 6;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 2, draws - 2.
Statistics: Saint-Louis City vs Portland Timbers
- matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 20;
- wins: 3 vs 9;
- win percentage: 14% vs 45%;
- losses: 12 vs 5;
- draws: 6 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 1 vs 4;
- losses: 7 vs 3;
- draws: 2 vs 3.
- Saint-Louis City have not won in 16 of last 17 games (MLS).
- Saint-Louis City have not won in 10 of last 11 games.
- Saint-Louis City have not won in 7 of last 8 home games (MLS).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.83, the guests - 1.67;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.5;
- both teams scored: overall - 5; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Saint-Louis City vs Portland Timbers
- average total in the tournament: 2.62 vs 2.9;
- average total goals scored: 1 vs 1.5;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.48 vs 0.6;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.52 vs 0.9;
- Saint-Louis City: average total at home in the tournament - 1.2;
- Portland Timbers: average total away in the tournament - 1.33;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 2.25) vs 0.9 (away - 0).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Saint-Louis City home games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 10.84 (5.17 - for home team and 5.67 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 9 (6 - for home team and 3 - for away team).
Saint-Louis City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.48; at home field - 5.1;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.7; at home field - 5.
Portland Timbers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.65, away - 3.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.6; away - 2.25.
- Over 8.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Saint-Louis City home games.
- Over 8.5 corners in last 5 Portland Timbers games (MLS).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4.66 (2.33 for home team and 2.33 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3.66 (2.33 for home team and 1.33 for away team).
Saint-Louis City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.1; at home - 1.7;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.6; at home - 1.5.
Portland Timbers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.2, away - 2.22;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 3.25.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 6;
- both teams scored all-time - 5 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 2 times.
Statistics: Saint-Louis City vs Portland Timbers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 20;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 10 vs 12;
- number of BTTS matches for Saint-Louis City at home - 6 (60%);
- number of BTTS matches for Portland Timbers away - 3 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Saint-Louis City at home - 4 (100%);
- BTTS matches for Portland Timbers away - 0 (0%).
β Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams and statistical data, we can anticipate a fierce contest with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities at both ends. The odds for this match seem oddly set, as St. Louis are favored, even though Portland appear more compelling over the season and have the edge in head-to-head encounters. The hosts will need to exceed expectations to secure maximum points, given their apparent lack of form. We suggest opting for the most reasonable option with moderate odds. Our bet is Portland Timbers will not lose.