Portland Timbers vs Austin FC Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 29 Aug 2026
Portland Timbers vs Austin FC Predictions
The best Asian Handicap bet could be Portland -1 at -114, allowing you money back if the hosts win by one goal. A return will be banked if they beat Austin by two goals or more.
The betting analysis below explores the strongest selections for Portland vs Austin, including the complete breakdown of our main match prediction, plus our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Portland Timbers vs Austin FC Preview
Portland Timbers square off against Austin FC at Providence Park, with kick-off set for 22:30 on Saturday 29 August.
Portland Timbers played out a 1-1 draw in their last game. This was away from home at BMO Stadium against Los Angeles FC. Marti Cifuentes' side enjoyed just 39% possession and had two shots on target, with David Da Costa scoring the goal.
Austin FC hosted Philadelphia Union at Q2 Stadium in their previous game, ending in a 1-1 draw. The Verde and Black enjoyed 53% possession and had five shots on goal, while Brendan Hines-Ike found the net.
H2H: Goalless Draw in Most Recent H2H
We saw Austin draw 0-0 at home to Portland at Q2 Stadium when the teams last went head-to-head. Portland have six wins from the previous 10 H2H meetings, with two draws and two Austin triumphs also happening.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 |  Portland Timbers |
30 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 51 | 56 | -5 | 51:56 | 34 |
| 27 |  Austin FC |
30 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 38 | 56 | -18 | 38:56 | 31 |
Portland have 4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.9 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 14.3 attempts. The Oregon team have averaged 53.4% possession and 5.3 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.6 goals from 6.1 shots on goal, 15.7 attempts and 5.4 corners.
Kevin Kelsy is the top scorer with 5 goals, Felipe Mora has 3, with David Da Costa and Cole Bassett on 2. Kristoffer Velde has recorded the most assists with 6.
Austin have won 2, lost 6 and drawn 2, with an average of 1.0 goals from 9.9 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 50.3% possession, 4.0 corners awarded and 5.1 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 2.1 goals from 16.2 attempts and 6.1 shots on goal.
Christian Ramirez and Myrto Uzuni have top scored with 2, while Brendan Hines-Ike is next on 1. Ervin Torres has had 2 assists in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Portland Timbers confirmed lineup (4-3-3): James Pantemis (GK), Eric Miller, Finn Surman, Kamal Miller, Jimer Fory, Cole Bassett, Jose Caicedo, David Da Costa, Ariel Lassiter, Gage Guerra, Kristoffer Velde.
Austin FC confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Brad Stuver (GK), Mikkel Desler, Jon Bell, Guilherme Biro, Joseph Rosales, Ervin Torres, Besard Sabovic, Jon Gallagher, Facundo Torres, Jorge Alastuey, Brandon Vazquez.
Main Match Prediction
We’re sweet on Portland for this MLS game. The favourites are available at -1 on the Asian Handicap and we’re happy to take odds of -114 that are currently on offer for this pick.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
We study the MLS form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.
The top bookmakers are estimating that there is a 53.2% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Correct Score Prediction
3
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1
Austin
We’ve picked out a correct score of 3-1 being landed by Portland. You can secure odds of +750 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.
Player Prop Picks
Facundo Torres (Austin) is available to finish with one or more shots on goal at +110. For those wanting to wager on Shots on Target, this player looks really appealing at the odds.
David Costa (Portland) has been on the scoresheet in back-to-back MLS games. It’s worth a play on the +250 that he is Anytime Goalscorer as there’s lots of value for these betting odds.
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Corners Prediction
There has been four straight Austin matches where 9.5 Total Corners has been covered, while it has been an average of 10.70 corners in the previous ten Portland games. There are odds of -143 available when it comes to this Total Corners bet and we think the teams will cover the line.
Portland
Austin
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Bet Builder Tips
You’re welcome to follow our same-game multi which has Portland with the -1 Asian Handicap, three or more goals to be registered merged with Over 9.5 corners.
A football bet builder is a fantastic way of cheering on different selections within the same game. Many bettors like to create a personalised bet which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Portland Timbers vs Austin FC Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
At betting odds of -182, the bookies make Portland Timbers probable winners and there’s a 65% likelihood that the favourites triumph in this MLS encounter. At +400, Austin FC are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.
If you want to back the favourites to be ahead by the break, then Portland are -108 on the Half-Time Result market. Alternatively, Austin are +360 and the draw is priced at +155.
If you’re anticipating a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -200.
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Kevin Kelsy is priced at +340 when it comes to First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and also available at odds of -102 to find the net anytime.
Stats: Last 10 MLS matches only.
Portland have racked up three consecutive victories at Providence Park. Marti Cifuentes' side have racked up six victories, two draws and two defeats in the previous 10 home games, netting an average of 2.30 goals per match and conceding 1.60.
Austin have recorded six defeats, three draws and one victory in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 2.70.
The past meeting at Providence Park saw Portland defeat Austin 1-0. The past 5 H2H games at Providence Park have involved three Portland wins, one Austin victory and one draw.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Timbers Home Stats |
6-2-2 | 3.90 | 2.30 | 1.60 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 1 | |
| Austin FC Away Stats |
1-3-6 | 3.80 | 1.10 | 2.70 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 4 | |
- 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
- Major League Soccer: 23/08 Los Angeles FC 1 Portland Timbers1
- Major League Soccer: 20/08 Portland Timbers 3 San Diego1
- Major League Soccer: 17/08 Chicago Fire 2 Portland Timbers1
- Major League Soccer: 02/08 Portland Timbers 2 Seattle Sounders1
- Major League Soccer: 26/07 Portland Timbers 2 Real Salt Lake1
- MLS: 06/04 2025 Austin 0 Portland 0
- MLS: 02/03 2025 Portland 1 Austin 0
- MLS: 03/10 2024 Portland 0 Austin 1
- MLS: 30/05 2024 Austin 0 Portland 2
- MLS: 18/09 2023 Austin 1 Portland 2
- MLS: 07/05 2023 Portland 2 Austin 2
- MLS: 01/09 2022 Austin 1 Portland 2
- MLS: 13/03 2022 Portland 1 Austin 0
- MLS: 08/11 2021 Portland 3 Austin 0
- MLS: 22/08 2021 Austin 3 Portland 1
Portland Timbers League Stats
Austin FC League Stats
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 9 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 2.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 9 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.30 corners awarded and 6.20 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 corners awarded and 6.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 53.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 50.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 44.40% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Portland Timbers this season are Kevin Kelsy (9), Kristoffer Velde (5), Felipe Mora (4)
- Top Assistors for Portland Timbers this season are David Da Costa (6), Kristoffer Velde (6), Brandon Bye (3)
Portland Timbers vs Austin FC Lineups & Team News
Always review the Portland vs Austin team news before locking in your bets. We’ll update you with predicted and confirmed MLS lineups plus current injury reports.
Portland Timbers Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Austin FC Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Portland Timbers Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Austin FC Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Portland Timbers Substitutes
- 6Alex Bonetig
- 11Antony
- 16Sawyer Jura
- 18Zac McGraw
- 22Omir Fernandez
- 23Ian Smith
- 26Hunter Sulte
- 73Eric Izoita
- 80Joao Ortiz
Austin FC Substitutes
- 4Brendan Hines-Ike
- 5Oleksandr Svatok
- 6Ilie Sanchez
- 12Damian Las
- 21Christian Ramirez
- 23Zan Kolmanic
- 32Micah Burton
- 35Mateja Djordjevic
- 77Przemyslaw Placheta
Previous Portland Timbers Lineups
Previous Austin FC Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Portland Timbers Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Marti Cifuentes
Austin FC Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 30 | 20 | 7 | 3 | 64:23 | 67 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 30 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 63:31 | 55 |
| 3 | Inter Miami | 30 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 73:51 | 55 |
| 4 | NE Revolution | 30 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 49:41 | 52 |
| 5 | St. Louis | 30 | 14 | 9 | 7 | 56:41 | 51 |
| 6 | FC Dallas | 30 | 14 | 9 | 7 | 55:47 | 51 |
| 7 | Chicago Fire | 30 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 52:44 | 48 |
| 8 | SJ Earthquakes | 30 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 52:42 | 48 |
| 9 | Charlotte FC | 30 | 13 | 8 | 9 | 53:45 | 47 |
| 10 | Houston Dynamo | 30 | 13 | 8 | 9 | 41:39 | 47 |
| 11 | Philadelphia | 30 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 61:48 | 46 |
| 12 | Los Angeles FC | 31 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 48:33 | 46 |
| 13 | Seattle Sounders | 30 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 39:37 | 42 |
| 14 | Orlando City | 30 | 12 | 5 | 13 | 58:70 | 41 |
| 15 | LA Galaxy | 31 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 43:52 | 40 |
| 16 | Colorado Rapids | 30 | 11 | 6 | 13 | 41:41 | 39 |
| 17 | FC Cincinnati | 30 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 62:71 | 39 |
| 18 | Real Salt Lake | 30 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 45:48 | 36 |
| 19 | NY Red Bulls | 30 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 39:56 | 36 |
| 20 | Toronto FC | 30 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 46:55 | 36 |
| 21 | Columbus Crew | 30 | 10 | 5 | 15 | 46:47 | 35 |
| 22 | Portland Timbers | 30 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 51:56 | 34 |
| 23 | NYCFC | 30 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 43:41 | 34 |
| 24 | San Diego | 30 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 53:56 | 34 |
| 25 | Minnesota Utd | 30 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 47:55 | 34 |
| 26 | D.C. United | 30 | 7 | 12 | 11 | 38:53 | 33 |
| 27 | Austin FC | 30 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 38:56 | 31 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 30 | 8 | 6 | 16 | 37:51 | 30 |
| 29 | CF Montréal | 30 | 6 | 7 | 17 | 36:60 | 25 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 30 | 6 | 4 | 20 | 36:75 | 22 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 15 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 45:12 | 43 |
| 2 | NE Revolution | 15 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 27:16 | 32 |
| 3 | St. Louis | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 34:19 | 31 |
| 4 | Los Angeles FC | 15 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 29:13 | 30 |
| 5 | Colorado Rapids | 15 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 28:15 | 30 |
| 6 | Vancouver | 15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 35:14 | 29 |
| 7 | Orlando City | 15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 30:20 | 29 |
| 8 | Charlotte FC | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 29:16 | 28 |
| 9 | Chicago Fire | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 28:19 | 28 |
| 10 | Houston Dynamo | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 19:14 | 28 |
| 11 | FC Cincinnati | 15 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 38:30 | 27 |
| 12 | Real Salt Lake | 15 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 28:21 | 27 |
| 13 | Philadelphia | 15 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 27:16 | 26 |
| 14 | FC Dallas | 14 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 26:20 | 26 |
| 15 | Inter Miami | 15 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 41:26 | 25 |
| 16 | Portland Timbers | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 31:25 | 25 |
| 17 | Seattle Sounders | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 24:21 | 25 |
| 18 | Toronto FC | 16 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 34:32 | 24 |
| 19 | LA Galaxy | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 22:20 | 24 |
| 20 | Columbus Crew | 15 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 22:17 | 23 |
| 21 | San Diego | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 35:27 | 22 |
| 22 | SJ Earthquakes | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 26:23 | 22 |
| 23 | D.C. United | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 20:26 | 20 |
| 24 | Austin FC | 15 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 21:21 | 18 |
| 25 | NY Red Bulls | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 22:29 | 18 |
| 26 | NYCFC | 15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 27:22 | 17 |
| 27 | CF Montréal | 15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 19:21 | 17 |
| 28 | Minnesota Utd | 15 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 19:20 | 16 |
| 29 | Atlanta United | 15 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 21:29 | 14 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 15 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 22:32 | 13 |
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