Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes predictions, May 23, 2026

May 17, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Portland

San Jose

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As the Portland Timbers prepare to host the San Jose Earthquakes on May 23, 2026, both teams come into the match with contrasting recent forms. The Timbers have secured two victories in their last five matches, suggesting a modest level of confidence and form as they take on this challenge at home. In contrast, the Earthquakes have struggled recently, managing just one win in their last five outings, indicating potential vulnerabilities as they face a competitive side on the road.

Bookmakers have the Timbers slightly favored at odds of 2.4 for a home victory, while the Earthquakes are close behind at 2.6. This line reflects the tight nature of the contest, supported by our model prediction that estimates a 38.3% chance for a home win, a 24.9% probability of a draw, and 37.2% likelihood for an away victory.

Tactically, the Timbers may leverage their home advantage and recent form to secure momentum early in the match, while the Earthquakes will aim to capitalize on any defensive lapses from the hosts. The predicted final score of 1:1 underscores the expectation of a closely contested encounter. With both teams showing potential for improvement, the outcome remains open-ended as they vie for crucial points in the MLS standings.

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Portland
40.1%		 Draw
24.3%		 San Jose
35.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of MLS San Jose Earthquakes: 3.5% Portland Timbers: 0.73%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 2.28 3.95 2.78
MarathonBet 2.83 4 2.34 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.15 3.8 2.7
Pinnacle 2.4 3.88 2.6

Latest Results

13.05.26 CF Montréal – Portland Timbers – 2:2
09.05.26 Portland Timbers – Sporting Kansas City – 6:0
02.05.26 Real Salt Lake – Portland Timbers – 2:0
25.04.26 San Diego FC – Portland Timbers – 1:2
18.04.26 Minnesota United – Portland Timbers – 2:0		 16.05.26 San Jose Earthquakes – FC Dallas – 2:3
13.05.26 Seattle Sounders FC – San Jose Earthquakes – 3:2
09.05.26 San Jose Earthquakes – Vancouver Whitecaps – 1:1
02.05.26 Toronto FC – San Jose Earthquakes – 1:1
28.04.26 San Jose Earthquakes – Minnesota United – 4:2

Facts

  • This match will feature an outsider and one of the leaders (ranked 12 and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Portland won 2.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • San Jose may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Portland has had a series of away games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Portland won 12 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 38:22. (average 1.9:1.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Portland won 9 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 24:8. (average 2.2:0.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.06.25 Portland Timbers – San Jose Earthquakes – 1:1
    20.05.25 San Jose Earthquakes – Portland Timbers – 1:0 ET
    03.05.25 San Jose Earthquakes – Portland Timbers – 4:1
    19.06.24 San Jose Earthquakes – Portland Timbers – 1:2
    15.05.24 Portland Timbers – San Jose Earthquakes – 4:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Vancouver Whitecaps 13 9 2 2 30:10 20 29
    2 San Jose Earthquakes 14 9 2 3 31:14 17 29
    3 Real Salt Lake 13 8 1 4 25:18 7 25
    4 Seattle Sounders 12 7 3 2 17:10 7 24
    5 FC Dallas 14 6 4 4 28:21 7 22
    6 Houston Dynamo 13 7 0 6 18:22 -4 21
    7 Los Angeles FC 13 6 3 4 21:14 7 21
    8 Minnesota United 14 6 3 5 17:21 -4 21
    9 Los Angeles Galaxy 14 5 4 5 21:21 0 19
    10 San Diego FC 14 4 5 5 28:23 5 17
    11 Colorado Rapids 14 5 1 8 24:22 2 16
    12 Portland Timbers 12 4 2 6 21:23 -2 14
    13 Austin FC 14 3 5 6 19:28 -9 14
    14 St. Louis City 13 3 4 6 13:20 -7 13
    15 Sporting Kansas City 13 3 2 8 13:34 -21 11

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 12 8 3 1 26:8 18 27
    2 New England Revolution 13 8 1 4 22:17 5 25
    3 Inter Miami 13 7 4 2 31:24 7 25
    4 Chicago Fire 13 7 2 4 25:15 10 23
    5 New York City 14 5 4 5 24:19 5 19
    6 New York Red Bulls 14 5 4 5 23:31 -8 19
    7 Charlotte 14 5 3 6 23:23 0 18
    8 DC United 14 4 5 5 17:21 -4 17
    9 FC Cincinnati 14 4 5 5 30:35 -5 17
    10 Orlando City 14 4 2 8 21:38 -17 14
    11 Toronto FC 13 3 5 5 21:27 -6 14
    12 CF Montreal 13 4 1 8 18:27 -9 13
    13 Columbus Crew 14 3 4 7 19:23 -4 13
    14 Atlanta Utd 13 3 2 8 14:21 -7 11
    15 Philadelphia Union 14 1 4 9 14:24 -10 7

    MLS Outrights

    1. Inter Miami: 4.5 (16.34%)

    2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.1 (10.35%)

    3. Los Angeles FC: 10 (7.35%)

    4. Nashville SC: 12.6 (5.83%)

    5. San Diego FC: 16.6 (4.43%)

    6. FC Cincinnati: 17 (4.32%)

    7. Cincinnati: 17 (4.32%)

    8. Seattle Sounders: 17.4 (4.22%)

    9. New York City: 20.6 (3.57%)

    10. San Jose Earthquakes: 21 (3.5%)

    11. New England Revolution: 26 (2.83%)

    12. Real Salt Lake: 26.6 (2.76%)

    13. Chicago Fire: 27.6 (2.66%)

    14. Houston Dynamo: 31.4 (2.34%)

    15. Los Angeles Galaxy: 34 (2.16%)

    16. New York Red Bulls: 35.4 (2.08%)

    17. Minnesota United: 37.4 (1.97%)

    18. Charlotte FC: 41 (1.79%)

    19. Charlottenlund: 41 (1.79%)

    20. Charlotte Eagles: 41 (1.79%)

    21. Orlando City: 46.8 (1.57%)

    22. Toronto: 51 (1.44%)

    23. FC Dallas: 60.2 (1.22%)

    24. Toronto FC: 62.2 (1.18%)

    25. DC United: 65.4 (1.12%)

    26. Columbus Crew: 80 (0.92%)

    27. Colorado Rapids: 84.2 (0.87%)

    28. Atlanta United: 96.2 (0.76%)

    29. Austin: 100 (0.74%)

    30. Portland Timbers: 100.2 (0.73%)

    31. Philadelphia Union: 105.2 (0.7%)

    32. CF Montreal: 110.2 (0.67%)

    33. St. Louis City: 110.2 (0.67%)

    34. Sporting Kansas City: 120.2 (0.61%)

    35. Austin FC: 201 (0.37%)

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