What is our Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids prediction?
Portland Timbers
2 - 1
Colorado Rapids
Our prediction for this match: Portland Timbers 2 - 1 Colorado Rapids
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Providence Park will host Sunday's Western Conference clash as Portland Timbers attempt to revive their playoff hopes after a six-game winless run. The hosts suffered a 2-0 defeat to LA Galaxy in midweek and continue to struggle defensively, with injuries to Bye, McGraw, Mosquera and Sulte further complicating their task. Portland should still create opportunities at home, but their inability to keep opponents at bay remains a major concern, having conceded 2.00 goals per home game.
Colorado Rapids also arrive searching for a breakthrough after drawing 2-2 with Minnesota United, extending their winless streak to four matches. The visitors will be without suspended Israel international Abu Farkhi, while their away performances have been particularly disappointing. Colorado have struggled at both ends of the pitch on their travels, averaging just 0.75 goals scored per away game, so their attacking efficiency will need to improve.
Neither side is in convincing form, but Portland’s home advantage and stronger scoring record on their own turf could make the difference. With 80% of Portland’s recent matches featuring both teams scoring, our preferred tips are Portland Timbers to win, Over 2.5 goals and Both teams to score.
This MLS match will be played on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 03:30.
- Competition
- MLS
- Kick-off
- Sun 18 Oct, 03:30UK time
Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids Betting Tips
| Betting Tip | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Correct ScorePortland Timbers 2-1 Colorado Rapids | 750 | |
| Double Chance1X | -400 | |
| Draw No BetPortland Timbers | -250 | |
| Half Time/Full TimePortland Timbers / Portland Timbers | 200 | |
| Asian HandicapPortland Timbers -0.5 | -118 | |
| European HandicapColorado Rapids +2 | -300 | |
| Both Teams to ScoreYes | -188 | |
| Over / Under 1.5 GoalsOver 1.5 Goals | -600 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 GoalsOver 2.5 Goals | -167 | |
| Over / Under 3.5 GoalsUnder 3.5 Goals | -200 | |
| Over / Under 4.5 GoalsUnder 4.5 Goals | -500 | |
| Clean SheetPortland Timbers: No | -300 | |
| Anytime GoalscorerVincent Janssen | 137 | |
| First GoalscorerVincent Janssen | 500 | |
| To be BookedLoic Williams | 110 | |
| Total Corners9 - 11 | 160 |
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View OfferPortland Timbers Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wdlwdllldl | 0.90 |
| Home | wlwdl | 1.40 |
| Away | dlldl | 0.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.80 | 4.20 | 3.40 |
| Scored | 1.70 | 2.20 | 1.20 |
| Conceded | 2.10 | 2.00 | 2.20 |
| BTTS | 80% | 80% | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.53 | 1.60 | 1.46 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.69 | 1.59 | 1.80 |
Colorado Rapids Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwldwldldd | 1.00 |
| Home | wwlddd | 1.50 |
| Away | lldl | 0.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.00 | 2.83 | 3.25 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 1.33 | 0.75 |
| Conceded | 1.90 | 1.50 | 2.50 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 17% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.40 | 1.65 | 1.04 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.18 | 1.07 | 1.34 |
Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Portland Timbers (47%)
36 Matches
Colorado Rapids (33%)
Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids Past Results
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