Los Angeles FC vs Portland Timbers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 Jul 2025

MLS Betting Preview: Los Angeles FC vs Portland Timbers

Los Angeles FC host Portland Timbers in this MLS match at BMO Stadium, with kick-off set for 22:30 on Friday 25 July. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Back Timbers on the Asian Handicap

We can expect to see a strong showing from Portland +1.25 on the Asian Handicap. Claim a price of -123, with this pick seeing bettors divide their money between +1 and +1.5 for the encounter against LAFC.

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3-3 Draw in Pair’s Last Encounter

In the last Los Angeles FC game, they played out a 3-3 draw at home to LA Galaxy at BMO Stadium. LAFC had just 35% possession and recorded four shots on target, with Denis Bouanga getting two goals and Javairo Dilrosun scoring the other.

Portland Timbers hosted Minnesota United at Providence Park in their previous game, ending in a 1-1 draw. Phil Neville's men racked up four shots on goal and enjoyed 64% possession, while Omir Fernandez was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

LAFC haven’t lost to Portland in their past three games, with the last clash ending 3-3 at Providence Park. The past 10 H2H games have featured four triumphs for LAFC, three for Portland and three draws.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
13	Los Angeles FC	27	12	8	7	49	35	14	49:35	44
15	Portland Timbers	29	11	9	9	38	39	-1	38:39	42

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5 wins, 1 loss and 4 draws, averaging 2.2 goals from 10.7 attempts and 5.9 shots on goal. LAFC have had 56.1% possession and 4.0 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.1 goals from 6.7 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.0 corners.

Denis Bouanga is the top goalscorer with 9, Nathan Ordaz has 3, with Javairo Dilrosun and two other players on 2. Denis Bouanga has made the most assists with 3.

Portland have 3 victories, 4 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.0 goals from 8.4 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. The Oregon side average 55.5% possession, 5.4 corners awarded and 4.9 corners against them, while conceding 1.3 goals from 12.1 attempts and 5.4 shots on goal.

David Da Costa and Antony have scored 2, followed by Omir Fernandez with 1. Look no further than Santiago Moreno for the top assist maker (3) in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Los Angeles FC confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Hugo Lloris (GK), Ryan Hollingshead, Nkosi Tafari, Kenneth Nielsen, Artem Smolyakov, Timothy Tillman, Igor Jesus, Marco Delgado, Javairo Dilrosun, Nathan Ordaz, Denis Bouanga.

Portland Timbers confirmed lineup (3-2-4-1): Maxime Crepeau (GK), Finn Surman, Kamal Miller, Jimer Fory, Juan Mosquera, Ian Smith, Santiago Moreno, Cristhian Paredes, David Ayala, David Da Costa, Felipe Mora.

Los Angeles FC vs Portland Timbers Prediction & Betting Tips

Take on Los Angeles FC vs Portland Timbers with our in-depth betting analysis, featuring an expert match prediction, scoreline advice, corners market insight, key player props and a value-driven bet builder.

Match Prediction

Portland +1.25 looks like the Asian Handicap bet to place at odds of -123. We’re expecting the outsiders to prosper in this MLS match and generate a solid return based on the numbers.

The football experts at Sportsgambler.com check injury updates regularly and combine this with the form guide. We’re also able to consult a database of MLS stats and present the key numbers to our readers.

Key Los Angeles FC vs Portland Timbers league stats:

• The +1.25 line has been covered by Portland in 4 consecutive games.
• The +1.25 line has been covered by Portland in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The +1.25 line has been covered by Portland in 18 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by LAFC in 14 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by LAFC in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by LAFC in 2 consecutive games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by LAFC in 6 consecutive games against Portland.

Timbers +1.25 Probability

The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 55.2% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Portland Asian Hcp +1.25 @ -123 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

LAFC 1 - 1 Portland

There are odds of +750 that the two teams play out a 1-1 scoreline. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Yaw Yeboah Over 0.5 Shots On Target -137

Yaw Yeboah (LAFC) is available to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal at -137. For those wanting to wager on Shots on Target, this player looks really appealing at the odds.

Latest Yaw Yeboah Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+235

First

+650

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-137

Under 0.5

-130

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Nathan Ordaz to Score +200

Nathan Ordaz (LAFC) has managed two goals in his past four MLS home matches. We’re content to land the +200 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he features on the scoresheet.

Latest Nathan Ordaz Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+200

First

+575

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

-103

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners -102

There’s been a corner average of 7.20 in the past five home matches involving LAFC, with the last five Portland away games averaging 7.20. There is juice when it comes to going under the Total Corners line and this is priced at -102.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

LAFC

Total

8.00 4.00 4.00

Home

7.90 4.70 3.20

Away

10.30 3.70 6.60

Portland

Total

10.30 5.40 4.90

Home

11.10 6.10 5.00

Away

8.20 3.60 4.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-110

Under 9.5

-130

LAFC Corners

Over 5.5

-139

Under 5.5

-102

Portland Corners

Over 3.5

+108

Under 3.5

-154

Most Corners

1

-313

X

+600

2

+280

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Los Angeles FC vs Portland Timbers Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Have LAFC as Favourites

With a 71% chance of winning according to the latest odds, Los Angeles FC are favourites to prosper in this MLS encounter and they’re available at -244 with the bookies. Portland Timbers are the +575 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

There’s a nice alternative in the form of the Half-Time Result market. This allows you to back LAFC at -109 to lead at the break or alternatively opt for Portland at +460. The draw is the third option at +155.

The odds suggest that Over 2.5 Goals is a strong probability in this exciting contest. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at -159 on the BTTS market.

The best football betting sites definitely give customers lots of choice. When it comes to MLS matches, choose from hundreds of markets until you find the most attractive odds.

Full-Time Result

1

-244

X

+380

2

+575

Half-Time Result

1

-109

X

+155

2

+460

Double Chance

1X

-909

12

-526

X2

+175

Draw No Bet

1

-667

2

+380

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.25

-111

2 Hcp +1.25

-111

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+163

Over 2.5

-208

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-159

No

+114

Dénis Bouanga is the First Goalscorer Favourite

Dénis Bouanga is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +265 and if you’re keen to back him to simply find the net, then the price is -161.

Dénis Bouanga (LAFC)

First

-161

Anytime

+265

David Martínez (LAFC)

First

+165

Anytime

+510

Jeremy Ebobisse (LAFC)

First

+180

Anytime

+510

Javairô Dilrosun (LAFC)

First

+200

Anytime

+550

Nathan Ordaz (LAFC)

First

+200

Anytime

+575

Yaw Yeboah (LAFC)

First

+235

Anytime

+650

Felipe Mora (Portland)

First

+240

Anytime

+650

Timothy Tillman (LAFC)

First

+275

Anytime

+800

Ariel Lassiter (Portland)

First

+325

Anytime

+950

Santiago Moreno (Portland)

First

+325

Anytime

+950

Omir Fernandez (Portland)

First

+375

Anytime

+1150

Igor Jesus Lima (LAFC)

First

+425

Anytime

+1200

Ryan Hollingshead (LAFC)

First

+425

Anytime

+1200

Mark Delgado (LAFC)

First

+475

Anytime

+1500

Artem Smoliakov (LAFC)

First

+540

Anytime

+1400

Cristhian Paredes (Portland)

First

+575

Anytime

+1600

Jimer Fory (Portland)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

David Ayala (Portland)

First

+700

Anytime

+1900

Joao Ortiz (Portland)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Nkosi Burgess (LAFC)

First

+800

Anytime

+2200

David Martínez (LAFC)

Over 0.5

-263

Under 0.5

+138

Dénis Bouanga (LAFC)

Over 1.5

-222

Under 1.5

+120

Jeremy Ebobisse (LAFC)

Over 0.5

-208

Under 0.5

+114

Javairô Dilrosun (LAFC)

Over 0.5

-192

Under 0.5

-102

Nathan Ordaz (LAFC)

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

-103

Felipe Mora (Portland)

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

-102

Yaw Yeboah (LAFC)

Over 0.5

-137

Under 0.5

-130

Santiago Moreno (Portland)

Over 0.5

-106

Under 0.5

-167

Ariel Lassiter (Portland)

Over 0.5

-106

Under 0.5

-167

Timothy Tillman (LAFC)

Over 0.5

-102

Under 0.5

-175

Omir Fernandez (Portland)

Over 0.5

+118

Under 0.5

-217

Ryan Hollingshead (LAFC)

Over 0.5

+170

Under 0.5

-345

Igor Jesus Lima (LAFC)

Over 0.5

+180

Under 0.5

-370

Mark Delgado (LAFC)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-417

Cristhian Paredes (Portland)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-400

Artem Smoliakov (LAFC)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-455

Jimer Fory (Portland)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-455

David Ayala (Portland)

Over 0.5

+245

Under 0.5

-588

Nkosi Burgess (LAFC)

Over 0.5

+330

Under 0.5

-1000

LAFC Aiming to Continue Strong Home Form

LAFC haven’t been beaten in three straight games at BMO Stadium. LAFC have seven victories, two draws and one defeat in the last 10 home matches, netting an average of 2.20 goals per game and conceding 0.90.

Portland have been beaten in three consecutive away games. Phil Neville's men have recorded five defeats, three victories and two draws in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.60.

The previous BMO Stadium encounter involved a 3-2 LAFC win against Portland. There have been four LAFC victories, two draws and one Portland win in the previous 7 H2H meetings at BMO Stadium.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Los Angeles FC Home Stats		7-2-1	3.10	2.20	0.90	6	4	5	5
Portland Timbers Away Stats		3-2-5	2.90	1.30	1.60	6	4	4	6

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Los Angeles FC vs Portland Timbers Lineups & Team News

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