The Portland Timbers takes on Los Angeles FC in a vital MLS fixture at Providence Park this weekend. Who will come out on top in this all-Western Conference clash in Oregon?
In this in-depth betting preview, check out the Portland Timbers vs LAFC best bets and MLS picks. By the looks of it, we should be in for an exciting affair!
Portland Timbers vs. Los Angeles Information
Portland Timbers vs Los Angeles
Location of the game: Providence Park. Portland, Oregon.
Date & Time: Saturday, September 9. 10:30 PM EST.
Location of the game: MLS Pass on Apple TV
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Portland Timbers was involved in a thrilling four-goal tie in Seattle last time out. The Timbers scored two late goals to rescue a 2-2 draw against Seattle Sounders.
Los Angeles suffered a second successive defeat in their last game. They were beaten at home by in-form Inter Miami. Keep reading this preview for the Portland Timbers vs LAFC best bets.
Portland Timbers vs. Los Angeles Analysis
Portland Timbers has had a mixed bag of results this season. After 27 games played, the Timbers have picked up just seven wins. They have lost 11 and tied nine of the other 20.
As a result, Portland occupies the 12th spot in the current MLS standings in the Western Conference. They are four points away from ninth.
Los Angeles has had a patchy season, but Steve Cherundolo’s boys sit third right now. They have taken 40 points after 11 wins, seven draws, and eight losses.
Portland’s Momentum
After back-to-back defeats to Charlotte and Inter Miami on their MLS schedule, last year’s playoff winners will be eager to get back to winning ways in Oregon on the weekend.
However, Portland’s spirits are high after a good week of action. They edged past Real Salt Lake in their last home game before coming from two goals down to grab a draw in Seattle.
The Timbers have won two of their last three home league matches, while LAFC has taken just one point from the last 12 on offer on the road.
Below, you will find the Portland Timbers vs LAFC best bets and the latest MLS odds. Which one of these MLS teams will be celebrating at the final whistle?
Odds Breakdown
Portland Timbers
With this one taking place at Providence Park, Portland will want the win. The home victory is priced at +190, while you can get the draw at MLS odds of +275.
Los Angeles
Even though Los Angeles’ away form has been terrible of late, Cherundolo’s men are the favorites in Oregon. The away victory is available at just +120.
Portland Timbers vs. Los Angeles Betting Pick and Prediction
These two MLS teams met right at the start of the 2023 MLS campaign. It was a five-goal thriller, with the Falcons running out 3-2 winners at BMO Stadium.
LAFC has a good recent record over the Timbers, winning two and drawing one of the last three meetings. The Black and Gold could edge this weekend’s meeting in Oregon, too.
Both sides are likely to get on the scoresheet in what promises to be an entertaining encounter at Providence Park.
- Put some money on the away win and both teams to score at +275.
Carlos Vela was on target in the reverse meeting, and the Mexican recently scored in three successive MLS games. Vela is available at the tempting odds of +550 to score the opening goal of this game.
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