Colorado vs Portland Tim. Prediction 28 February 2026
🔊 The MLS season has kicked off. Teams have played their opening matches, and their tactical strengths, as well as weaknesses, are already apparent. Let's take a look at an upcoming matchday clash featuring the Colorado Rapids and Portland Timbers. We anticipate an exciting battle and offer a prediction for it.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between these teams took place on 29 May 2025 and ended with a 2-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Portland Timbers were the home side):
- possession: 72% vs 28%;
- corners: 6 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 9 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Colorado Rapids and Portland Timbers:
- 36 matches played;
- home wins - 12, away wins - 17, draws - 7;
- goals scored - 44 for Rapids, 55 for Timbers;
- average goals in the first half - 1.33, in the second half - 1.42;
- average total goals per match - 2.75.
Head-to-head statistics Colorado - Portland Tim.
Colorado Rapids Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the MLS, featuring Seattle Sounders as the home side against Colorado Rapids. The game concluded with a 2-0 victory.
Here are the match statistics (Colorado Rapids vs Seattle Sounders):
- possession percentage: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 8;
- fouls: 15 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 5.
The tournament's opening day didn't provide much clarity on what to expect from Colorado. The team is generally underestimated, but the possibility of an upset is always there. That said, let's focus on the present. Colorado lost their first official MLS match in 2026, falling to Seattle Sounders 0-2. It was a dull match, yet the outcome was predictable as the stronger opponent outclassed the Rapids. Colorado managed only three shots on target and had an xG of less than one. There's a long road ahead for them.
Match Results: Colorado Rapids
Portland Timbers Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the MLS, featuring Portland Timbers as the home team and Columbus Crew as the visitors. The match ended with a 3-2 scoreline.
Here's the game statistics (Portland Timbers vs Columbus Crew):
- possession percentage: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 8;
- fouls: 4 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 4.
The Timbers had plenty to showcase last season, and this one promises to be no different. The key factor remains their ability to maintain the momentum for remarkable achievements. In their opening match, they displayed much of what was evident during their preseason: numerous errors coupled with a commendable attacking performance. They edged out Columbus Crew with a 3-2 victory, clinching the win in the 88th minute. Despite the late drama, Portland held the upper hand in terms of football organization. They outshone their opponents and deserve praise for it. However, there's concern over the two goals conceded, which seemed to come from out of nowhere.
Match Results: Portland Timbers
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- played - 36;
- first-half wins for the home team - 6; for the away team - 6; draws - 6;
- average first-half total: 1.33;
- today's home team averages 0.56 goals, while the visitors average 0.78.
Last 10 Matches (overall):
- wins: 3 vs 3;
- losses: 5 vs 5;
- draws: 2 vs 2;
- average first-half total: 1.4 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.8) vs 1.9 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 1.1).
- Portland Timbers have conceded in the first half for seven consecutive matches (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- home team wins - 12, away team wins - 17, draws - 7.
Statistics: Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 0 vs 1;
- win percentage: 0% vs 100%;
- losses: 1 vs 0;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 3;
- losses: 5 vs 5;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.22, the guests - 1.53;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.75;
- both teams scored: overall - 16; at the home team's field - 8.
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Colorado Rapids home games.
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 6 Portland Timbers games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
Colorado Rapids: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4; at home field - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6; at home field - 5.75.
Portland Timbers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6, away - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; away - 5.
- Over 9.5 corners in 12 of last 13 Colorado Rapids games (MLS).
- Over 9.5 corners in last 8 Colorado Rapids games.
- Over 9.5 corners in 7 of last 8 Colorado Rapids home games.
- Over 9.5 corners in 8 of last 9 Portland Timbers away games.
- Over 9.5 corners in 7 of last 8 Portland Timbers away games (MLS).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- both teams scored all-time - 16 times;
- on the home team’s field - 8 times.
Statistics: Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 0 vs 1;
- number of BTTS matches for Colorado Rapids at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Portland Timbers away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Colorado Rapids at home - 4 (100%);
- BTTS matches for Portland Timbers away - 2 (40%).
- Colorado Rapids have scored and conceded in last 6 home games.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams are showcasing intriguing football at the start of the season, as evidenced by their statistics. Colorado Rapids are putting on an attacking display at home, despite losing in the opening round. However, a crucial factor is their ability to both score and concede over a longer stretch. Portland Timbers secured a 3-2 victory over Columbus Crew, underscoring their attacking ambitions. Given the trend, betting on both teams to score seems the most logical choice. The home side might edge out a 2-1 win.
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