FC Dallas vs Portland Timbers predictions, Sep 12, 2026

Sep 06, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As FC Dallas prepares to host the Portland Timbers on September 12, 2026, both teams enter the match with similar recent form, having each secured two victories in their last five outings. This matchup promises to be a competitive encounter, as both sides look to capitalize on any defensive lapses.

FC Dallas, playing on home turf, has the advantage of familiar conditions and fan support, which could play a crucial role in their performance. Their attacking strategy has been effective, but they will need to tighten their defense against a Portland Timbers squad that has shown resilience in scoring under pressure.

Portland Timbers, though they have also struggled for consistency, possess the ability to exploit gaps in the opposition’s backline. Their attacking players have demonstrated the capacity to find the net, especially in transitional moments. This makes them a threat that FC Dallas must take seriously.

The bookmakers place FC Dallas slightly ahead at odds of 1.88 for a home win compared to Portland’s 3.5, reflecting a marginal edge in expectations. Our prediction model indicates a 50.6% probability of a home victory, underscoring Dallas’s slight favoritism in this encounter. Ultimately, the outcome remains uncertain, with both teams poised to compete intensely for valuable points.

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Dallas
52.6%		 Draw
22.5%		 Portland
24.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

Outrights of MLS FC Dallas: 2.66% Portland Timbers: 1.68%

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Betting Odds

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Bwin 1.75 4.20 3.75
betsson 1.88 3.95 3.50
MarathonBet 1.83 4.42 3.89 Watch Watch and Bet
Pinnacle 1.81 4.23 3.7
Best for US Customers 1.73 4.20 3.90

Latest Results

05.09.26 FC Dallas – Sporting Kansas City – 4:3
30.08.26 St. Louis City SC – FC Dallas – 3:3
22.08.26 Vancouver Whitecaps – FC Dallas – 5:0
19.08.26 Real Salt Lake – FC Dallas – 3:4
16.08.26 Austin FC – FC Dallas – 1:2		 05.09.26 Portland Timbers – Minnesota United – 5:4
29.08.26 Portland Timbers – Austin FC – 1:2
22.08.26 Los Angeles FC – Portland Timbers – 1:1
19.08.26 Portland Timbers – San Diego FC – 3:1
16.08.26 Chicago Fire – Portland Timbers – 2:1

Facts

  • This match features a clash between the league leader and a mid-table team (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 8 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/16~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Dallas won 2.
  • Dallas is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • In recent matches, Portland has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Recently, Dallas has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Dallas is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Dallas won 7 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 29:23. (average 1.5:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Dallas won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 20:11. (average 2.2:1.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.07.26 Portland Timbers – FC Dallas – 2:2
    27.09.25 Portland Timbers – FC Dallas – 2:2
    09.08.25 FC Dallas – Portland Timbers – 2:0
    06.10.24 Portland Timbers – FC Dallas – 0:0
    04.07.24 FC Dallas – Portland Timbers – 3:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Vancouver Whitecaps 22 13 4 5 49:21 28 43
    2 Houston Dynamo 23 12 4 7 30:26 4 40
    3 Los Angeles FC 24 10 7 7 38:24 14 37
    4 FC Dallas 23 10 7 6 45:40 5 37
    5 St. Louis City 23 10 7 6 36:31 5 37
    6 San Jose Earthquakes 23 10 5 8 40:34 6 35
    7 Colorado Rapids 23 10 1 12 31:31 0 31
    8 Portland Timbers 23 9 4 10 44:43 1 31
    9 San Diego FC 23 8 6 9 40:34 6 30
    10 Real Salt Lake 22 8 5 9 36:35 1 29
    11 Minnesota United 23 7 8 8 34:37 -3 29
    12 Los Angeles Galaxy 24 7 8 9 30:36 -6 29
    13 Seattle Sounders 22 7 6 9 24:29 -5 27
    14 Austin FC 23 6 7 10 29:42 -13 25
    15 Sporting Kansas City 23 4 3 16 23:58 -35 15

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 23 16 5 2 47:17 30 53
    2 Inter Miami 23 12 7 4 58:43 15 43
    3 Chicago Fire 22 11 5 6 43:32 11 38
    4 New England Revolution 23 11 4 8 37:29 8 37
    5 Charlotte 23 10 6 7 40:32 8 36
    6 FC Cincinnati 22 8 7 7 49:51 -2 31
    7 New York City 23 7 8 8 36:31 5 29
    8 Orlando City 23 8 4 11 38:54 -16 28
    9 Philadelphia Union 23 7 6 10 36:39 -3 27
    10 New York Red Bulls 23 7 6 10 32:46 -14 27
    11 Toronto FC 23 5 11 7 36:42 -6 26
    12 DC United 22 5 10 7 28:36 -8 25
    13 Columbus Crew 23 6 5 12 34:39 -5 23
    14 Atlanta Utd 23 6 4 13 27:40 -13 22
    15 CF Montreal 23 5 6 12 30:48 -18 21

    MLS Outrights

    1. Inter Miami: 5 (13.72%)

    2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 5.5 (12.47%)

    3. Nashville SC: 6 (11.43%)

    4. Los Angeles FC: 10 (6.86%)

    5. Chicago Fire: 13 (5.28%)

    6. Cincinnati: 15 (4.57%)

    7. Houston Dynamo: 17 (4.03%)

    8. FC Cincinnati: 20.8 (3.3%)

    9. New York City: 25.8 (2.66%)

    10. FC Dallas: 25.8 (2.66%)

    11. Charlotte FC: 25.8 (2.66%)

    12. San Jose Earthquakes: 25.8 (2.66%)

    13. St. Louis City: 33.8 (2.03%)

    14. Real Salt Lake: 34.2 (2.01%)

    15. Seattle Sounders: 34.2 (2.01%)

    16. Charlottenlund: 35 (1.96%)

    17. Charlotte Eagles: 35 (1.96%)

    18. New York Red Bulls: 40.8 (1.68%)

    19. Colorado Rapids: 40.8 (1.68%)

    20. Portland Timbers: 40.8 (1.68%)

    21. San Diego FC: 50 (1.37%)

    22. Minnesota United: 50 (1.37%)

    23. New England Revolution: 50 (1.37%)

    24. Orlando City: 51 (1.34%)

    25. DC United: 65 (1.06%)

    26. Los Angeles Galaxy: 65 (1.06%)

    27. Philadelphia Union: 80 (0.86%)

    28. Toronto FC: 80 (0.86%)

    29. Austin: 100 (0.69%)

    30. Columbus Crew: 110 (0.62%)

    31. Austin FC: 130 (0.53%)

    32. CF Montreal: 130 (0.53%)

    33. Atlanta United: 130 (0.53%)

    34. Sporting Kansas City: 130 (0.53%)

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