Portland Tim. vs Charlotte Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 25 October 2026
🔉 Portland Timbers go into this match having lost four of their last five games, which highlights how inconsistent they have been over this run. Charlotte, by contrast, have picked up momentum - the visitors have won two of those same five matches and suffered just one defeat. In the MLS table, Portland Timbers sit closer to the bottom, while Charlotte have established themselves among the sides challenging for the higher positions. The visitors' attacking form and the hosts' prolonged slump could be the key factors in this match.
The teams are set to meet for only the second time in their history.
Charlotte's only previous meeting with Portland Timbers ended in a 2-0 win: the MLS match took place 04 May 2024. Both goals came after the break, although Portland Timbers had more shots on target - five to two.
📊 The head-to-head record between these two sides in official matches is limited to a single game so far: Charlotte won at home 2-0, with Portland Timbers failing to score.
Head-to-head statistics Portland Tim. - Charlotte
Portland Timbers Team Overview
In their previous MLS match on 18 October 2026, Portland Timbers drew 0-0 at home with Colorado Rapids. The hosts had the better of the shots on target, 4-1, but were behind on expected goals - 0.74 against 1.39.
Portland Timbers are going through a difficult spell: just one win and four defeats in their last five matches reflects a deep crisis of results. Over their last ten games, they have won only once and failed to win on six occasions, which is taking its toll on confidence. Despite an average of 1.7 goals per game across the season and 1.4 over the last ten matches, they have been unable to convert their attacking potential consistently. The problems are compounded by unstable defending, with the team conceding close to two goals per match on average.
Match Results: Portland Timbers
Charlotte Team Overview
In their most recent MLS match on 17 October 2026, Charlotte came from behind to earn a 2-2 draw away at Philadelphia Union, having trailed 0-1 at half-time. Despite holding 60% possession, they were well behind on shots - 13 to 21 - and expected goals: 1.14 against 2.61.
Charlotte have been putting together a more composed and consistent run of results: five wins and two defeats in their last ten matches reflect a good balance between attack and defence. Their average of 1.8 goals scored in recent games is complemented by just 1.4 conceded - better than their opponents' seasonal figures in both departments. Charlotte have also been finding success away from home, with away trends pointing to high scoring on the road, where the team frequently manages to score more than one goal.
Match Results: Charlotte
Total Goals Prediction
In 12 of their last 14 home matches, Portland Timbers have seen over 2.5 goals, which points to a high level of scoring in their home games. Both teams also show moderate attacking output: Portland Timbers average 2.07 goals at home this season, while Charlotte average 1.6 goals away. Neither side is solid defensively - the hosts concede 1.67 goals per home game, the visitors 1.93 away. All of this suggests a high probability of a high-scoring match. The price on Total Goals - Over 2.5 is 1.34*.
Corners Prediction
In 6 of their last 7 home matches, Portland Timbers have seen the total corners go under 10.5. This points to a consistent tendency towards a low corner count at this ground. There are no direct statistical indicators pointing towards a high number of corners. The price on Total Corners - Under 10.5 is 1.85*.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Charlotte have scored and conceded in 6 of their last 7 matches, which points to frequent goal exchanges with their opponents. Portland Timbers average 2.07 goals per home match, while Charlotte average 1.6 goals per away match. Both teams also have moderate defensive records: Portland Timbers concede 1.67 per home match and Charlotte 1.93 per away match. These factors support a bet on Both Teams to Score - Yes at odds of 1.32.
Safer Bet
In 9 of their last 10 home matches, Portland Timbers games have finished with fewer than 4.5 goals. Despite the high-scoring nature of the matches, that threshold is cleared extremely rarely, which makes this option a reliable one. The price on Total Goals - Under 4.5 is 1.42*.
Correct Score Prediction
According to the algorithm, the three most likely scorelines are 2:1 (8.90%), 1:1 (8.75%) and 2:2 (7.09%). These probabilities are close to one another, with a Portland Timbers win by 2:1 having the highest chance among them. This points to an expectation of a fairly even, goal-filled match.
*Odds are indicative and may vary across different bookmakers.
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Portland Timbers' form is a concern: a run of poor results has been accompanied by low attacking output even against some of the less reliable defences in the league. The trends clearly point to finishing problems - the team rarely score more than two goals in a match, with the hosts' team total going under 2.5 in six of their last seven games. Given Portland's recent scoring statistics and their persistent difficulties in creating chances, the editors' pick is Portland Timbers Team Total - Under 2.5.
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