Seattle Sounders vs Portland Tim. Prediction 17 July 2026
🔊 Seattle Sounders enter the match sitting sixth in the standings, holding onto a playoff spot and looking to cement their status among the league’s elite. Portland Timbers, meanwhile, are down in thirteenth, currently trailing the playoff zone by six points and eager to close the gap. The difference between the two sides is evident in their recent form: Seattle have been picking up points consistently, though not without some slip-ups, while Portland have struggled, suffering more defeats than wins. With both clubs under pressure from their respective positions in the table, there’s plenty of motivation to deliver a positive result.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official meeting between these sides took place on 05 October 2025 and ended in a 1-0 victory. Here’s a comparative breakdown of the key statistics from that match, with Seattle Sounders playing at home:
- Possession: 51% vs 49%;
- Corners: 3 vs 7;
- Fouls: 11 vs 10;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- Shots on target: 3 vs 4.
📊 Analytical review of previous official meetings between Seattle Sounders and Portland Timbers:
- The sides have faced off 56 times;
- Seattle have claimed 20 wins at home, while Portland have secured 22 victories on the road, with 14 draws between them;
- Goals scored (home/away): 83 for the hosts, 82 for the visitors;
- The average total goals per match stands at 2.95.
Head-to-head statistics Seattle Sounders - Portland Tim.
Seattle Sounders Team Overview
The team's most recent official fixture took place on in MLS action, with Los Angeles playing host to Seattle Sounders. The match ended 1-0.
Here’s a breakdown of the key stats (Seattle Sounders vs Los Angeles):
- Possession: 51% vs 49%;
- Corners: 5 vs 7;
- Fouls: 10 vs 11;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- Shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Seattle Sounders are enjoying a steady campaign, firmly holding their place in the playoff zone. Over their last ten matches, they have picked up five wins, two draws, and three defeats-a record that highlights solid form with only occasional slip-ups. During this stretch, Seattle have averaged 1.5 goals scored per game while conceding 1.2, reflecting a balanced approach between attack and defense. In their most recent five outings, the Sounders have managed one victory alongside two draws and two losses, demonstrating an ability to consistently collect points even during a dip in form. With their primary objective being to secure a playoff berth, every result remains crucial in their push for a spot in the postseason.
Match Results: Seattle Sounders
Portland Timbers Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in MLS action, with Portland Timbers hosting San Jose Earthquakes. The game ended 3-1 in favor of the Timbers.
Here’s a breakdown of the key stats from that match (Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes):
- Possession: 66% vs 34%;
- Corners: 4 vs 6;
- Fouls: 10 vs 14;
- Yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 7 vs 6.
Portland Timbers are having an inconsistent season and have yet to close the gap on the playoff spots. Over their last ten matches, the team have picked up just three wins, alongside two draws and five defeats-a clear sign of their struggle for consistency. During this stretch, Portland have averaged 1.6 goals scored per game but have conceded 1.7 on average, highlighting defensive issues despite a reasonably effective attack. In their last five outings, the Timbers have suffered three losses, managed only one win, and drawn once-a current run of back-to-back defeats underlining their dip in form. The motivation remains high: with a six-point deficit separating them from the playoff zone, every point is crucial as they look to close the gap on their nearest rivals.
Match Results: Portland Timbers
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Seattle Sounders (Home) vs Portland Timbers (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 8;
- Number of wins: 3 (50%) vs 2 (25%);
- Number of losses: 2 (33.33%) vs 5 (62.5%);
- Number of draws: 1 (16.67%) vs 1 (12.5%);
- Average total goals scored: 1.67 vs 1.88;
- Average total goals conceded: 0.67 vs 1.25.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 2 vs 3;
- Number of losses: 2 vs 5;
- Number of draws: 6 vs 2;
- Average first half total: 1.3 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.6) vs 2.4 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 1.3).
- Portland Timbers conceded in the 1st half in 10 of last 11 away games (MLS).
- Portland Timbers conceded in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 games (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 56;
- home team wins - 20, away team wins - 22, draws - 14.
Statistics: Seattle Sounders vs Portland Timbers
- matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 14;
- wins: 7 vs 4;
- win percentage: 54% vs 29%;
- losses: 3 vs 8;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 5;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
- Portland Timbers won with a +1.5 handicap in last 15 away games against Seattle Sounders.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.48, the guests - 1.46;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.95;
- both teams scored: overall - 39; at the home team's field - 17.
Statistics: Seattle Sounders vs Portland Timbers
- average total in the tournament: 2.15 vs 3.57;
- average total goals scored: 1.31 vs 1.57;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.62 vs 1;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.69 vs 0.57;
- Seattle Sounders: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Portland Timbers: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 2.17) vs 1.6 (away - 1).
- Portland Timbers have scored under 1.5 goals in last 5 games against Seattle Sounders (MLS).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 56;
- both teams scored all-time - 39 times;
- on the home team’s field - 17 times.
Statistics: Seattle Sounders vs Portland Timbers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 14;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 9;
- number of BTTS matches for Seattle Sounders at home - 4 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for Portland Timbers away - 4 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Seattle Sounders at home - 5 (83%);
- BTTS matches for Portland Timbers away - 3 (50%).
- Seattle Sounders have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 home games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (20/218, 9.2%);
- Seattle Sounders at home most often finish matches: 0:2 , 1:1 , 2:0 , 2:1 , 3:2 , 4:1 (1/6, 16.7%);
- Portland Timbers away most often play: 2:0 (4/8, 50%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
2:1 - 10.84% (odds 8)
1:0 - 9.73% (odds 11)
2:0 - 9.4% (odds 9)
⭐ Editor’s Prediction
Several factors point to a high probability of both teams finding the net in this clash. Seattle Sounders tend to play open, attacking football at home, with both scoring and conceding in six of their last seven matches on their own turf. Even amid a rough patch, Portland Timbers maintain solid attacking intent, but defensive frailties persist - they have allowed chances regularly and have been beaten three times in their last five outings. The current standings force both sides to chase a result: the hosts are holding onto a playoff spot, while the visitors are desperate to close the gap. In this context, our editorial team’s well-founded prediction is a bet on both teams to score.
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