Main prediction: Portland Timbers to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance Portland Timbers
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The MLS 2026 renews a clash that has history. Portland Timbers and San Diego meet again this 20/08 (Thursday), at Providence Park, at 03:30.
In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, Portland Timbers have won 3 time(s) and score 2.4 goals per match. Meanwhile, San Diego have won 2. Portland Timbers lead the betting with a 46% chance of winning.
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Prediction for Portland Timbers vs San Diego
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Overview Portland Timbers vs San Diego
Portland Timbers are favourites, with a 46% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a San Diego Football Club win are at 3.2 and a draw at 4.72.
In the MLS, Portland Timbers have 7 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 9 defeat(s), with 34 goal(s) scored and 35 conceded, having Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez as top scorer with 9 goal(s). Meanwhile, San Diego have 6 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 7 defeat(s), with 33 goal(s) scored and 29 conceded, and Marcus Ingvartsen as top scorer with 11 goal(s).
In the last 5 clashes between Portland Timbers and San Diego, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 4 clashes between Portland Timbers and San Diego, the first half had 2 or more goals.
In the last 3 clashes between Portland Timbers and San Diego, all had over 9.5 corners.
Portland Timbers have conceded goals in all of their last 5 clashes against San Diego.
In the last 6 matches involving Portland Timbers, all had over 2.5 goals.
Portland Timbers have conceded goals in their last 8 matches in the competition.
San Diego are unbeaten in 3 matches in the league.
In the last 4 matches involving San Diego, all had under 2.5 goals.
In the last 3 matches involving San Diego, all had over 9.5 corners.
Head-to-head between Portland Timbers and San Diego
In 6 clashes, San Diego have the advantage over Portland Timbers: 3 win(s) against 1 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 26/04/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: San Diego 1-2 Portland Timbers.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Portland Timbers vs San Diego, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Portland Timbers: current form
Portland Timbers's attack is firing: an average of 2.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.
See their performance in this edition of the MLS:
7 win(s), 3 draw(s), 9 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.26 point(s) per match
34 goals scored (1.79 per match)
Top scorer: Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez (9 goal(s))
San Diego: current form
For the visitors, San Diego have played 19 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
6 win(s), 6 draw(s), 7 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.26 point(s) per match
33 goals scored (1.74 per match)
Top scorer: Marcus Ingvartsen (11 goal(s))
Portland Timbers vs San Diego key players
In the MLS, Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez carries Portland Timbers's attack with 9 goal(s).
The playmaker is David Costa, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez has 9 goal(s).
On the other side, Marcus Ingvartsen is the name that frightens the most for San Diego Football Club with 11 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Anders Dreyer leads in assists with 7. In the whole season, Marcus Ingvartsen has accumulated 11 goal(s).
Portland Timbers vs San Diego statistics in the MLS
Portland Timbers have an average of 11 corners and 1.95 cards per match. Meanwhile, San Diego have 9.31 corners and 2.21 cards. See the numbers for Portland Timbers vs San Diego in the table below.
Portland Timbers
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W D W |
2 |
| Home | W W D L W |
2 |
| Away | L W L D L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 56% | 20% |
| Goals | 3.63 | 3.89 | 3.4 |
| Scored | 1.79 | 2.22 | 1.4 |
| Conceded | 1.84 | 1.67 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 74% | 89% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 5% | 11% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 0% | 40% |
| 1st to Score | 32% | 33% | 30% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.63 | 1.47 |
|
xGA
|
1.83 | 1.57 | 2.07 |
San Diego
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W L L |
1.4 |
| Home | W L D W D |
1.6 |
| Away | W D L D L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 32% | 40% | 22% |
| Goals | 3.26 | 3.9 | 2.56 |
| Scored | 1.74 | 2.4 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.53 | 1.5 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 53% | 60% | 44% |
| Without Conceding | 32% | 40% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 16% | 0% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 32% | 60% | 44% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.61 | 1.12 |
|
xGA
|
1.46 | 1.34 | 1.59 |
More tips for Portland Timbers vs San Diego
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Correct score prediction for Portland Timbers vs San Diego
The favoritism in the odds points to Portland Timbers. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Portland Timbers 1-0 San Diego. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Portland Timbers vs San Diego
Check out where to watch the live match between San Diego and Portland Timbers:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Portland Timbers and San Diego
The line-ups for Portland Timbers vs San Diego 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.
Portland Timbers line-up
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4
Kamal Miller
Defender
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5
Brandon Bye
Defender
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10
David Costa
Midfielder
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11
Antony
Forward
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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 starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
San Diego Football Club line-up
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1
CJ dos Santos
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7
Marcus Ingvartsen
Forward
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9
Lewis Morgan
Forward
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10
Anders Dreyer
Forward
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12
Gabriel Cordeiro Pirani
Midfielder
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20
Aníbal Godoy
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26
Manu Duah
Defender
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27
Luca Bombino
Defender
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32
Ian Murphy
Defender
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33
Oscar Verhoeven
Defender
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70
Alejandro Alvarado Jr.
Midfielder
The San Diego starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Portland Timbers vs San Diego
Match: Portland Timbers vs San Diego
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 20/08/2026
Time: 03:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Providence Park
Broadcast: none scheduled
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