San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 27/09

San Jose Earthquakes and Portland Timbers meet again. The clash, valid for the MLS 2026, takes place this 27/09 (Sunday), at PayPal Park (The Quakes Stadium), at 03:30.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, San Jose Earthquakes have won 2 time(s). Portland Timbers have won 1. San Jose Earthquakes are the favourites with a 47.62% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers.

Overview San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers

San Jose Earthquakes are favourites, with a 47.62% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Portland Timbers win are at 3.74 and a draw at 4.27.

In the MLS, San Jose Earthquakes have 12 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 46 goal(s) scored and 38 conceded, having Preston Judd as top scorer with 13 goal(s). Meanwhile, Portland Timbers have 9 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 12 defeat(s), with 47 goal(s) scored and 48 conceded, and Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez as top scorer with 9 goal(s).

Head-to-head between San Jose Earthquakes and Portland Timbers

In 40 clashes, Portland Timbers have the advantage over San Jose Earthquakes: 20 win(s) against 9 and 11 draw(s). The most recent was on 24/05/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: Portland Timbers 1-3 San Jose Earthquakes.

This data can contextualise the predictions for San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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San Jose Earthquakes: current form

San Jose Earthquakes have played 26 match(es) in the MLS.

See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:

12 win(s), 6 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.62 point(s) per match

46 goals scored (1.77 per match)

Top scorer: Preston Judd (13 goal(s))

Portland Timbers: current form

Meanwhile, Portland Timbers are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Major League Soccer:

9 win(s), 5 draw(s), 12 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.23 point(s) per match

47 goals scored (1.81 per match)

Top scorer: Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez (9 goal(s))

San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers key players

In the MLS, Preston Judd carries San Jose Earthquakes's attack with 13 goal(s).

The playmaker is Niko Tsakiris, leading in assists with 7. In the whole season, Preston Judd 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 7. In the whole season, Kevin Jesús Kelsy Genez has accumulated 9 goal(s).

San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers statistics in the MLS

San Jose Earthquakes have an average of 11.15 corners and 2.35 cards per match. Portland Timbers have 10.58 corners and 1.81 cards. The statistics for San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers are in the table below.

San Jose Earthquakes

Home

DWWDD

VS

Portland Timbers

Away

LLDWL

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.62
  PPG
  1.23
• 46%
  Wins
  35%
• 58%
  First to Score
  35%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.77
  Scored/game
  1.81
• 1.46
  Conceded/game
  1.85
• 1.54
  xG
  1.53
• 1.40
  xGA
  1.83

Trends

• 62%
  Both Score
  77%
• 27%
  Clean Sheet
  4%
• 15%
  Failed to Score
  19%

Correct score prediction for San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers

The favoritism in the odds points to San Jose Earthquakes. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: San Jose Earthquakes 1-0 Portland Timbers. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers

Check out where to watch the live match between Portland Timbers and San Jose Earthquakes:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for San Jose Earthquakes and Portland Timbers

The line-ups for San Jose Earthquakes 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.

San Jose Earthquakes line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Portland Timbers line-up

The Portland Timbers starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers

Match: San Jose Earthquakes vs Portland Timbers

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 27/09/2026

Time: 03:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: PayPal Park (The Quakes Stadium)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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