Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders predictions, Aug 01, 2026

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As the Portland Timbers prepare to host the Seattle Sounders FC on August 1, 2026, both teams enter the match with contrasting recent forms. The Timbers have emerged victorious in 2 of their last 3 matches, showcasing a resurgence in their performance, particularly at home where they typically enjoy strong support. This resurgence suggests that their tactical approach, possibly emphasizing swift transitions and pressure on the opposing defense, has been effective.

Conversely, the Sounders are struggling, having failed to secure a win in their last 3 matches. This slump may have affected their confidence and cohesion on the field, potentially hindering their ability to implement their usual possession-based strategy. As they head into this matchup, they will need to address these issues quickly to avoid further setbacks.

The bookmakers indicate a close contest with odds favoring the Timbers slightly at 2.36 compared to the Sounders’ 2.68. While the Timbers’ recent form positions them as potential favorites, the unpredictable nature of derby matches means that anything is possible. Fans can expect an intense battle as both teams vie for vital points in this eagerly anticipated clash.

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Portland 39.9%

Draw 24.7%

Seattle 35.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of MLS Seattle Sounders: 2.87% Portland Timbers: 0.65%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.30	3.90	2.60
	2.40	3.95	2.67
	2.42	3.70	2.68
	2.44	3.93	2.72	Watch and Bet
	2.39	3.86	2.63
	2.34	3.70	2.65

Latest Results

25.07.26 Portland Timbers – Real Salt Lake – 2:1 22.07.26 Portland Timbers – FC Dallas – 2:2 16.07.26 Seattle Sounders FC – Portland Timbers – 1:5 23.05.26 Portland Timbers – San Jose Earthquakes – 1:3 17.05.26 Inter Miami – Portland Timbers – 2:0

25.07.26 Philadelphia Union – Seattle Sounders FC – 1:0 22.07.26 Austin FC – Seattle Sounders FC – 3:1 16.07.26 Seattle Sounders FC – Portland Timbers – 1:5 24.05.26 Los Angeles FC – Seattle Sounders FC – 1:0 16.05.26 Seattle Sounders FC – Los Angeles Galaxy – 0:2

Facts

Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 10 and 8 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/16~finals)).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Portland won 2.

The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Portland won 9 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 32:26. (average 1.6:1.3).

Including home matches between the teams, Portland won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 5 matches, and goals 14:18. (average 1.4:1.8).

Latest Head To Head

16.07.26 Seattle Sounders FC – Portland Timbers – 1:5 04.10.25 Seattle Sounders FC – Portland Timbers – 1:0 17.05.25 Portland Timbers – Seattle Sounders FC – 1:1 19.10.24 Seattle Sounders FC – Portland Timbers – 1:1 31.08.24 Portland Timbers – Seattle Sounders FC – 1:0

Standings

Main

Western Conference

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Vancouver Whitecaps	16	10	3	3	37:16	21	33
2	Los Angeles FC	18	10	3	5	34:18	16	33
3	San Jose Earthquakes	17	10	3	4	35:20	15	33
4	Real Salt Lake	16	8	2	6	28:24	4	26
5	Houston Dynamo	16	8	2	6	23:24	-1	26
6	FC Dallas	17	7	5	5	32:25	7	26
7	St. Louis City	17	7	4	6	23:23	0	25
8	Seattle Sounders	16	7	3	6	19:20	-1	24
9	Minnesota United	17	6	5	6	19:24	-5	23
10	Portland Timbers	17	6	3	8	31:32	-1	21
11	Los Angeles Galaxy	18	5	6	7	24:29	-5	21
12	San Diego FC	17	5	5	7	31:28	3	20
13	Colorado Rapids	17	6	1	10	26:25	1	19
14	Austin FC	17	4	5	8	22:35	-13	17
15	Sporting Kansas City	17	4	2	11	18:44	-26	14

Eastern Conference

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Nashville SC	17	12	3	2	33:12	21	39
2	Inter Miami	17	11	4	2	43:30	13	37
3	New England Revolution	16	9	2	5	26:19	7	29
4	Chicago Fire	16	8	2	6	30:22	8	26
5	New York City	17	7	4	6	30:23	7	25
6	Charlotte	17	7	4	6	28:25	3	25
7	FC Cincinnati	17	6	5	6	41:42	-1	23
8	New York Red Bulls	17	6	4	7	26:37	-11	22
9	DC United	17	5	7	5	24:27	-3	22
10	Orlando City	17	6	2	9	28:44	-16	20
11	Columbus Crew	17	5	4	8	24:26	-2	19
12	Toronto FC	17	3	7	7	23:31	-8	16
13	CF Montreal	17	4	3	10	22:33	-11	15
14	Philadelphia Union	17	3	4	10	22:31	-9	13
15	Atlanta Utd	17	3	3	11	17:30	-13	12

MLS Outrights

1. Inter Miami: 3.9 (18.42%)

2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.8 (9.21%)

3. Nashville SC: 8.4 (8.55%)

4. Los Angeles FC: 9.2 (7.81%)

5. Cincinnati: 15 (4.79%)

6. Chicago Fire: 16.2 (4.43%)

7. FC Cincinnati: 16.6 (4.33%)

8. San Jose Earthquakes: 20.6 (3.49%)

9. New York City: 22 (3.26%)

10. Seattle Sounders: 25 (2.87%)

11. Real Salt Lake: 26 (2.76%)

12. New York Red Bulls: 32.4 (2.22%)

13. Houston Dynamo: 34 (2.11%)

14. Charlottenlund: 35 (2.05%)

15. Charlotte Eagles: 35 (2.05%)

16. Charlotte FC: 35.4 (2.03%)

17. New England Revolution: 35.4 (2.03%)

18. FC Dallas: 37.4 (1.92%)

19. Minnesota United: 41 (1.75%)

20. Toronto: 51 (1.41%)

21. San Diego FC: 56.2 (1.28%)

22. Los Angeles Galaxy: 58.8 (1.22%)

23. DC United: 65.4 (1.1%)

24. Orlando City: 68.2 (1.05%)

25. Colorado Rapids: 72.2 (0.99%)

26. St. Louis City: 72.2 (0.99%)

27. Columbus Crew: 96.2 (0.75%)

28. Austin: 100 (0.72%)

29. Atlanta United: 100.2 (0.72%)

30. Toronto FC: 100.2 (0.72%)

31. Portland Timbers: 110.2 (0.65%)

32. CF Montreal: 110.2 (0.65%)

33. Austin FC: 120.2 (0.6%)

34. Philadelphia Union: 120.2 (0.6%)

35. Sporting Kansas City: 150.2 (0.48%)

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