Pre-game odds
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odds |
1.95
|
3.60
|
3.75
|
| Prob. |
51.3%
|
27.8%
|
26.7%
|
Key points
• Vancouver Whitecaps are 3rd in the league with 7 points from 4 games
• Both teams have a mixed recent form with similar goal stats (8 goals each)
• Whitecaps have only kept 1 clean sheet in last 6 games
• Portland Timbers are 4th with 7 points from 5 games
• Timbers have scored 1.5 goals per game away but concede 1.67 goals on average
• Head-to-head, Timbers have won more games (17) than Whitecaps (11)
Recent form
Vancouver Whitecaps
The Vancouver Whitecaps currently sit in 3rd position in the league with 7 points from their opening 4 games. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last 6 matches across all competitions. They have managed to score and concede an equal number of goals (8) during this period, resulting in a goal difference of 0. The Whitecaps have kept only one clean sheet in their last 6 games, and their matches have seen an average of 2.67 total goals per game. Notably, both teams have scored in 70% of these matches, with half of the games featuring over 2.5 goals. The team's most recent match was a 2-1 home defeat against Real Salt Lake in the MLS, which ended a brief two-game winning streak in the league.
Portland Timbers
The Portland Timbers are currently in 4th position in the league with 7 points from 5 games, indicating a mixed start to the season. In their last 6 matches, they have suffered back-to-back losses against Philadelphia Union and Houston Dynamo, following a win against New York City FC. The Timbers have been involved in high-scoring affairs, with 80% of their games featuring over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in 80% of the matches. A notable result is their 4-1 victory over Colorado Rapids, showcasing their attacking prowess. However, the team has struggled defensively, conceding 10 goals in the last 6 games and failing to keep a clean sheet.
Vancouver Whitecaps
LDDWWL
W2 D2 L2
8
1.3
8
1.3
0
1
2.67
67%
50%
50%
Portland Timbers
LWDWLL
W2 D1 L3
10
1.7
10
1.7
0
0
3.33
83%
17%
83%
Recent home/away form
Vancouver Whitecaps
The Vancouver Whitecaps' recent home form has been inconsistent, with a string of four consecutive draws followed by two losses in their last six games. Despite sitting in 3rd position in the league with 7 points from 4 games, their home performances have been less than impressive. The team has struggled to find the back of the net, scoring only 5 goals in these 6 matches, resulting in a low goals-per-game average of 0.83. Defensively, they have conceded 8 goals, an average of 1.33 per game, and have failed to keep a single clean sheet. The majority of their games (80%) have seen both teams score and have ended with under 2.5 goals, suggesting a tendency for low-scoring affairs. However, their most recent home game against Real Salt Lake saw a higher-scoring encounter, with the Whitecaps losing 2-1.
Portland Timbers
The Portland Timbers have had mixed results in their recent away games, with their last six matches yielding three wins, one draw, and two losses. They are currently sitting in 4th position in the league, having earned 7 points from their 5 games. The Timbers have shown an ability to score goals on the road, averaging 1.5 goals per game, but have also been vulnerable defensively, conceding an average of 1.67 goals per game. Notably, they suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat against CF Montreal on October 7, 2023, which stands out as a particularly high-scoring game. However, they have also demonstrated resilience, coming back from a 3-3 draw against LA Galaxy on October 1, 2023, and securing a 2-1 victory against Austin FC on September 18, 2023.
Vancouver Whitecaps
LDDDDL
W0 D4 L2
5
0.8
8
1.3
-3
0
2.17
83%
83%
17%
Portland Timbers
WDLWWL
W3 D1 L2
9
1.5
10
1.7
-1
1
3.17
67%
33%
67%
Head-to-head
The head-to-head statistics between the Vancouver Whitecaps and the Portland Timbers indicate that as of the latest available information:
- Total games played: At least 42 games (specific counts may vary slightly across sources)
- Win records: Vancouver Whitecaps have won 11 games, while Portland Timbers have won 17 games.
- Draws: There have been 8 draws between the two teams.
- Average goals per match: An average of 2.7 goals were scored in their common games.
- Specific goal count: The Vancouver Whitecaps have scored at least 20 goals, while the Portland Timbers have scored at least 23 goals in these head-to-head matches.
- Disciplinary actions: Both teams have not recorded any red card incidents in their recent head-to-head history, with the Vancouver Whitecaps receiving at least 27 yellow cards compared to the Portland Timbers' at least 23 yellow cards.
Please note that the exact numbers might vary slightly due to differences in data collection or updates from various sources.