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The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Portland Timbers take on an impressive Seattle Sounders side in an important clash at the Providence Park on Saturday. Both teams have good players in their ranks and will want to win this game.
Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders Preview
Seattle Sounders are in fifth place in the MLS Western Conference standings and have stepped up to the plate this season. The Sounders slumped to a narrow 1-0 defeat at the hands of Los Angeles FC in the US Open Cup this week and will need to bounce back in this match.
Portland Timbers, on the other hand, are in seventh place in the league table at the moment and have been inconsistent over the past year. The Timbers were held to a 4-4 draw by St. Louis City in their previous game and will look to take it up a notch this weekend.
Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Portland Timbers have a slight edge over Seattle Sounders and have won 25 out of the 64 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Seattle Sounders' 23 victories.
- Seattle Sounders are unbeaten in their last three matches against Portland Timbers and won the previous game between the two teams away from home by a 2-1 margin in May this year.
- Portland Timbers played out a 4-4 draw against St. Louis City last week, marking the fourth time they have scored four goals in an MLS match and have failed to win the game.
- Seattle Sounders have won six of their last seven matches in the regular season of MLS.
Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders Prediction
Seattle Sounders are in the midst of a good run in MLS and have an impressive squad at their disposal. The Sounders were wasteful against Los Angeles FC in the US Open Cup and will need to make amends this weekend.
Portland Timbers have flattered to deceive this season and have a point to prove going into his game. However, Seattle Sounders are in better form and hold the upper hand on Saturday.
Prediction: Portland Timbers 1-2 Seattle Sounders
Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Seattle Sounders to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Seattle Sounders to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Evander to score - Yes
