Main prediction: both teams to score (BTTS)
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 16/08 (Sunday), at Soldier Field, at 23:00, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, Chicago Fire have won 3 time(s) and score 1.8 goals per match. Meanwhile, Portland Timbers have won 3 time(s). Chicago Fire have a 63% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers.
Prediction for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers
BTTS - Yes
Overview Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers
Chicago Fire are strong favourites, with odds of just 1.59 and a 63% chance of winning. The odds for a Portland Timbers win are at 5.74 and a draw at 5.5.
In the MLS, Chicago Fire have 9 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 32 goal(s) scored and 23 conceded, having Hugo Cuypers as top scorer with 13 goal(s). Meanwhile, Portland Timbers have 7 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 33 goal(s) scored and 33 conceded, and Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez as top scorer with 9 goal(s).
In the last 4 clashes between Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 4 clashes between Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers, all had under 9.5 corners.
Chicago Fire have conceded goals in all of their last 5 clashes against Portland Timbers.
In the last 4 matches involving Chicago Fire, all had over 2.5 goals.
Chicago Fire have conceded goals in their last 4 matches in the competition.
In the last 4 matches involving Chicago Fire, the first half had 2 or more goals.
Portland Timbers are unbeaten in 4 matches in the league.
In the last 5 matches involving Portland Timbers, all had over 2.5 goals.
Portland Timbers have conceded goals in their last 7 matches in the league.
Head-to-head between Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers
In 11 clashes, Portland Timbers have the advantage over Chicago Fire: 5 win(s) against 1 and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 22/06/2023, in the MLS, the match score was: Portland Timbers 1-2 Chicago Fire.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Chicago Fire: current form
Chicago Fire have played 17 match(es) in the MLS.
See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:
9 win(s), 2 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.71 point(s) per match
32 goals scored (1.88 per match)
Top scorer: Hugo Cuypers (13 goal(s))
Portland Timbers: current form
On the other side, Portland Timbers also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the MLS:
7 win(s), 3 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.33 point(s) per match
33 goals scored (1.83 per match)
Top scorer: Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez (9 goal(s))
Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers key players
In the MLS, Hugo Cuypers carries Chicago Fire Football Club's attack with 13 goal(s).
The playmaker is Philip Zinckernagel, leading in assists with 8. In the whole season, Hugo Cuypers has 13 goal(s).
On the other side, Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez is the name that frightens the most for The Timbers with 9 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, David Costa leads in assists with 6. In the whole season, Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez has accumulated 9 goal(s).
Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers statistics in the MLS
Chicago Fire have an average of 10.24 corners and 2.53 cards per match. Portland Timbers have 11.39 corners and 1.94 cards. Follow all the statistics for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers below.
Chicago Fire
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L W W |
1.8 |
| Home | W W L L W |
1.8 |
| Away | L L W W D |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 53% | 67% | 38% |
| Goals | 3.24 | 3.11 | 3.38 |
| Scored | 1.88 | 2 | 1.75 |
| Conceded | 1.35 | 1.11 | 1.63 |
| Both Teams to Score | 65% | 56% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 35% | 44% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 6% | 0% | 13% |
| 1st to Score | 65% | 78% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.62 | 1.85 | 1.36 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.2 | 1.59 |
Portland Timbers
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D W L |
2 |
| Home | W W D L W |
2 |
| Away | W L D L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 56% | 22% |
| Goals | 3.67 | 3.89 | 3.44 |
| Scored | 1.83 | 2.22 | 1.44 |
| Conceded | 1.83 | 1.67 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 72% | 89% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 6% | 11% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 0% | 44% |
| 1st to Score | 65% | 33% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.56 | 1.63 | 1.49 |
|
xGA
|
1.88 | 1.57 | 2.19 |
More tips for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers
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Correct score prediction for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers
The favoritism in the odds points to Chicago Fire. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Chicago Fire 1-0 Portland Timbers. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers
Check out where to watch the live match between Portland Timbers and Chicago Fire:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers
The line-ups for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Chicago Fire Football Club line-up
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1
Christopher Brady
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2
Leonardo Barroso
Defender
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3
Jack Elliott
Defender
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6
Anton Jönsson Salétros
Midfielder
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9
Robert Lewandowski
Forward
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11
Philip Zinckernagel
Forward
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15
Andrew Gutman
Defender
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16
Joel Waterman
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17
Robin Lod
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19
Jonathan Bamba
Forward
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42
Dje Tah D'Avilla
Midfielder
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Portland Timbers line-up
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4
Kamal Miller
Defender
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5
Brandon Bye
Defender
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7
Ariel Lassiter
Forward
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10
David Costa
Midfielder
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17
Cole Bassett
Midfielder
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19
Kevin Genez
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20
Finn Surman
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21
Diego Chará
Midfielder
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27
Jimer Fory
Defender
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41
James Pantemis
Goalkeeper
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99
Kristoffer Velde
Forward
The Portland Timbers starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers
Match: Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 16/08/2026
Time: 23:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Soldier Field
Broadcast: none scheduled
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