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As the Portland Timbers prepare to host Los Angeles FC on April 11, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing clash in Major League Soccer. The Timbers have struggled in recent outings, managing just one victory in their last five matches, which may raise concerns about their current form. In contrast, Los Angeles FC enters this contest with a more robust momentum, having earned three wins in their last five fixtures.
Tactically, Los Angeles FC has exhibited a well-rounded approach, combining solid defensive organization with potent attacking play. Their recent performances suggest they are adept at controlling possession and exploiting spaces in the opposition’s defense. The Timbers, however, will look to leverage their home advantage and create opportunities through their pressing style, although their inconsistencies may hinder their ability to maintain sustained pressure.
Bookmakers favor Los Angeles FC with odds at 1.69 for an away win, reflecting their superior form and standings. Predictive models align with this assessment, indicating a 55.6% probability of an away victory, with a projected final score of 2-1 in favor of Los Angeles. Ultimately, while the statistics and recent performances favor LAFC, the dynamic nature of soccer means that surprises always remain a possibility.
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| Portland 22.2% |
Draw 22.6% |
Los Angeles 55.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2
Outrights of MLS Los Angeles FC: 12.34% Portland Timbers: 0.87%
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.25 | 4.15 | 1.75 | ||
| 4.42 | 4.31 | 1.75 | ||
| 4 | 3.9 | 1.7 | ||
| 4.33 | 4.28 | 1.69 |
Latest Results
| 22.03.26 Portland Timbers – Los Angeles Galaxy – 1:1 14.03.26 Houston Dynamo – Portland Timbers – 3:2 07.03.26 Portland Timbers – Vancouver Whitecaps – 1:4 28.02.26 Colorado Rapids – Portland Timbers – 2:0 21.02.26 Portland Timbers – Columbus Crew – 3:2 |
21.03.26 Austin FC – Los Angeles FC – 0:0 17.03.26 LD Alajuelense – Los Angeles FC – 1:2 14.03.26 Los Angeles FC – St. Louis City SC – 2:0 10.03.26 Los Angeles FC – LD Alajuelense – 1:1 07.03.26 Los Angeles FC – FC Dallas – 1:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 25.07.25 Los Angeles FC – Portland Timbers – 0:1 19.04.25 Portland Timbers – Los Angeles FC – 3:3 29.01.25 Los Angeles FC – Portland Timbers – 1:0 27.04.24 Los Angeles FC – Portland Timbers – 3:2 13.04.24 Portland Timbers – Los Angeles FC – 2:2 |
Standings
Main
Western Conference
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Los Angeles FC | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8:0 | 8 | 13 |
| 2 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 14:2 | 12 | 12 |
| 3 | San Jose Earthquakes | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7:1 | 6 | 12 |
| 4 | San Diego FC | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 13:5 | 8 | 11 |
| 5 | Seattle Sounders | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5:2 | 3 | 10 |
| 6 | Real Salt Lake | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:7 | 2 | 10 |
| 7 | Colorado Rapids | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 13:10 | 3 | 9 |
| 8 | FC Dallas | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10:9 | 1 | 8 |
| 9 | Houston Dynamo | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8:9 | -1 | 6 |
| 10 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 7:8 | -1 | 5 |
| 11 | Austin FC | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5:7 | -2 | 5 |
| 12 | Minnesota United | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4:11 | -7 | 5 |
| 13 | St. Louis City | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4:7 | -3 | 4 |
| 14 | Portland Timbers | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7:12 | -5 | 4 |
| 15 | Sporting Kansas City | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:11 | -6 | 4 |
Eastern Conference
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Nashville SC | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13:2 | 11 | 13 |
| 2 | New York City | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 13:6 | 7 | 10 |
| 3 | Inter Miami | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:8 | 1 | 10 |
| 4 | Toronto FC | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:10 | -1 | 10 |
| 5 | Charlotte | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10:6 | 4 | 8 |
| 6 | Chicago Fire | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7:5 | 2 | 7 |
| 7 | DC United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4:4 | 0 | 7 |
| 8 | New York Red Bulls | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5:11 | -6 | 7 |
| 9 | FC Cincinnati | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7:11 | -4 | 6 |
| 10 | Atlanta Utd | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:8 | -3 | 4 |
| 11 | New England Revolution | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8:9 | -1 | 3 |
| 12 | CF Montreal | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7:14 | -7 | 3 |
| 13 | Orlando City | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5:17 | -12 | 3 |
| 14 | Columbus Crew | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5:8 | -3 | 2 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Union | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3:9 | -6 | 0 |
MLS Outrights
1. Inter Miami: 5.12 (13.55%)
2. Los Angeles FC: 5.62 (12.34%)
3. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.98 (8.69%)
4. San Diego FC: 12.6 (5.51%)
5. Nashville SC: 14.2 (4.89%)
6. FC Cincinnati: 17 (4.08%)
7. New York City: 17 (4.08%)
8. Seattle Sounders: 17 (4.08%)
9. Cincinnati: 17 (4.08%)
10. Charlotte FC: 26.67 (2.6%)
11. Charlottenlund: 27 (2.57%)
12. Charlotte Eagles: 27 (2.57%)
13. New York Red Bulls: 29.8 (2.33%)
14. Columbus Crew: 30.8 (2.25%)
15. Los Angeles Galaxy: 33.2 (2.09%)
16. Philadelphia Union: 33.8 (2.05%)
17. Houston Dynamo: 35.6 (1.95%)
18. Real Salt Lake: 35.6 (1.95%)
19. Toronto FC: 37.2 (1.86%)
20. Chicago Fire: 41 (1.69%)
21. Orlando City: 48.6 (1.43%)
22. Minnesota United: 48.6 (1.43%)
23. Atlanta United: 50.2 (1.38%)
24. Austin: 60 (1.16%)
25. Colorado Rapids: 61.4 (1.13%)
26. San Jose Earthquakes: 61.4 (1.13%)
27. FC Dallas: 65.4 (1.06%)
28. DC United: 65.4 (1.06%)
29. Austin FC: 67 (1.04%)
30. Portland Timbers: 80.2 (0.87%)
31. New England Revolution: 80.2 (0.87%)
32. St. Louis City: 84.2 (0.82%)
33. CF Montreal: 96.2 (0.72%)
34. Sporting Kansas City: 100.2 (0.69%)
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