Portland Timbers vs New York Red Bulls Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 13 Sep 2025
MLS Betting Preview: Portland Timbers vs New York Red Bulls
Portland Timbers host New York Red Bulls in this MLS meeting at Providence Park, with kick-off set for 22:30 on Saturday 13 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Back Timbers to Win
Portland look like an attractive bet at +108 and we think they can beat NY Red Bulls. We’ll place this Full-Time Result wager with confidence and there’s plenty of juice in the available price.
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1-1 Draw in Previous H2H Meeting
Portland Timbers drew away from home in their last game. A 1-1 scoreline was played out against Minnesota United at Allianz Field. The Oregon club had six shots on target and enjoyed 59% possession, while Nicolas Romero (own goal) bagged the goal.
New York Red Bulls drew 0-0 in their previous game. This was at home against Columbus Crew at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Sandro Schwarz's side were restricted to 44% possession and had four shots on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last clash between Red Bulls and Portland saw the former host a 1-1 draw at Sports Illustrated Stadium.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 |  NY Red Bulls |
29 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 42 | 38 | 4 | 42:38 | 40 |
| 17 |  Portland Timbers |
28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 36 | 38 | -2 | 36:38 | 39 |
2 wins, 5 losses and 3 draws, averaging 0.8 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 8.3 attempts. Portland have had 52.4% possession and 5.5 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.4 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts, while being awarded 4.6 corners.
Kevin Kelsy and David Da Costa lead the way with 2 goals, while Cristhian Paredes has scored 1. Santiago Moreno is the top assists maker with 2.
New York Red Bulls – Last 10 League GamesRed Bulls have 3 victories, 4 defeats and 3 draws, averaging 9.1 attempts, 3.8 shots on goal and 1.2 goals. Sandro Schwarz's side average 51.0% possession, 4.2 corners awarded and 4.4 corners against them, while 1.6 goals have been conceded from 3.7 shots on goal and 7.8 attempts.
Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting got 5 goals, Emil Forsberg notched 4, while Dylan Nealis and two other players scored 1. Look no further than Emil Forsberg for the top assist maker (3) in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Portland Timbers predicted lineup (4-3-3): James Pantemis (GK), Juan Mosquera, Finn Surman, Dario Zuparic, Jimer Fory, Felipe Carballo, David Ayala, Antony, Kristoffer Velde, Kevin Kelsy, Matías Rojas.
New York Red Bulls predicted lineup (5-4-1): Carlos Coronel (GK), Mohammed Sofo, Dylan Nealis, Sean Nealis, Noah Eile, Raheem Edwards, Wikelman Carmona, Peter Stroud, Daniel Edelman, Emil Forsberg, Eric Choupo-Moting.
Portland Timbers vs New York Red Bulls Prediction & Betting Tips
Join us as we dissect the top Portland Timbers vs New York Red Bulls betting picks — from the main match prediction and scoreline forecast to a sharp corners bet, standout player props and a value-focused bet builder.
Match Prediction
It could be beneficial to back Portland for this MLS clash. There’s loads of value in the +108 that the home team get the job done and we think a victory could be on the cards.
The football experts at Sportsgambler.com are aware of injuries that could affect the outcome along with the form guide. We also leave no stone unturned when it comes to presenting the latest MLS stats.
Key Portland Timbers vs New York Red Bulls league stats:
Timbers to Win Probability
According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 48.1% chance of landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.
For those that think Portland will be able to oblige with a victory along with achieving a shut out, then we recommend backing them to win along with the BTTS No option at bigger odds.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There are betting odds of +700 that Portland land a 2-1 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.
Player Prop Picks
Mohammed Sofo (Red Bulls) is available to register at least one shot on goal at -125. The odds look attractive based on the evidence and we’ll take a chance on him on the Shots on Target market.
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Emil Forsberg (Red Bulls) has managed four goals in his past ten MLS games. Considering the numbers, we think that odds of +300 offer plenty of appeal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Corners Prediction
Portland have had over 4.5 corners in seven consecutive home games, while New York Red Bulls have had an average of 5.20 corners against them in their last 5 away matches. We’re expecting plenty of Portland corners and that the Team Corners line is going to be covered, with odds of -147 available.
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Bet Builder Tips
There’s everything to like about this same-game multi including Portland to triumph, both teams to find the net along with Mohammed Sofo (Red Bulls) to have a minimum of one shot on target.
The bet builder feature allows football punters to place a multiple wager on the same game. You can predict different outcomes and see their odds combined before going ahead and placing this tailored bet.
Portland Timbers vs New York Red Bulls 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.
Timbers Made Favourites by the Bookies
The latest Portland Timbers odds are +110 which leads to them being favourites in this MLS clash. It’s also implied by the bookmakers that they have a 48% prospect of securing a victory. New York Red Bulls are regarded as the least likely winner at +210.
If Portland and Red Bulls play out a draw, then an Asian Handicap -0.25 on the former means a half stake refund. However, a victory for the favourites would mean a full payout at -118.
Over 2.5 Goals is available at shorter odds than Under 2.5 Goals as things stand. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -172.
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Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting Favourite to Find the Net First
The First Goalscorer favourite is Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting at +450. Similar odds can be found if you’re interested in this player to register the last goal.
Portland Aiming to Get Back to Winning Ways at Home
Portland have not won at Providence Park in the past three matches. Phil Neville's team have racked up four victories, four draws and two defeats in the previous 10 home games, netting an average of 1.50 goals per match and conceding 1.30.
The past three NY Red Bulls games on the road have ended in defeat. The Red Bulls have finished with seven defeats, two draws and one win in the last 10 away matches, netting an average of 0.70 goals per game and conceding 1.60.
Red Bulls beat Portland 2-0 when they last met at Providence Park.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Timbers Home Stats |
4-4-2 | 2.80 | 1.50 | 1.30 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 2 | |
| New York Red Bulls Away Stats |
1-2-7 | 2.30 | 0.70 | 1.60 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 5 | |
- 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
Portland Timbers League Stats
New York Red Bulls League Stats
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 7 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.00 corners awarded and 4.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.10 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 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 4.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 52.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 53.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 51.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.30% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Portland Timbers this season are Kevin Kelsy (7), Antony (6), Felipe Mora (5)
- Top Assistors for Portland Timbers this season are David Da Costa (6), Antony (5), Santiago Moreno (5)
Portland Timbers vs New York Red Bulls Lineups & Team News
Make sure to look over the Portland vs Red Bulls team news before betting. We’ll have the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups for you plus all the latest on player injuries.
Portland Timbers Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
New York Red Bulls Predicted Lineup 5-4-1
Portland Timbers Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
New York Red Bulls Predicted Lineup 5-4-1
Previous Portland Timbers Lineups
Previous New York Red Bulls Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia | 29 | 17 | 6 | 6 | 49:26 | 57 |
| 2 | San Diego | 29 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 54:34 | 56 |
| 3 | FC Cincinnati | 29 | 16 | 4 | 9 | 42:36 | 52 |
| 4 | Minnesota Utd | 29 | 14 | 9 | 6 | 48:32 | 51 |
| 5 | Charlotte FC | 29 | 16 | 2 | 11 | 48:40 | 50 |
| 6 | Nashville SC | 29 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 49:33 | 50 |
| 7 | Vancouver | 27 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 47:31 | 49 |
| 8 | Orlando City | 28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 54:40 | 47 |
| 9 | Inter Miami | 25 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 54:40 | 46 |
| 10 | Columbus Crew | 28 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 43:39 | 46 |
| 11 | NYCFC | 27 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 38:32 | 44 |
| 12 | Seattle Sounders | 27 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 48:38 | 44 |
| 13 | Chicago Fire | 28 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 53:50 | 42 |
| 14 | Los Angeles FC | 26 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 45:33 | 41 |
| 15 | Austin FC | 28 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 31:34 | 41 |
| 16 | NY Red Bulls | 29 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 42:38 | 40 |
| 17 | Portland Timbers | 28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 36:38 | 39 |
| 18 | Colorado Rapids | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | 38:48 | 36 |
| 19 | SJ Earthquakes | 29 | 9 | 8 | 12 | 53:51 | 35 |
| 20 | Houston Dynamo | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 38:47 | 33 |
| 21 | Real Salt Lake | 27 | 9 | 4 | 14 | 28:36 | 31 |
| 22 | NE Revolution | 29 | 8 | 7 | 14 | 38:43 | 31 |
| 23 | FC Dallas | 28 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 40:48 | 31 |
| 24 | Sporting KC | 29 | 7 | 6 | 16 | 44:59 | 27 |
| 25 | Atlanta United | 28 | 5 | 11 | 12 | 32:49 | 26 |
| 26 | Toronto FC | 28 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 28:35 | 25 |
| 27 | CF Montréal | 29 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 29:51 | 24 |
| 28 | D.C. United | 29 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 26:54 | 24 |
| 29 | St. Louis | 29 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 34:51 | 22 |
| 30 | LA Galaxy | 28 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 33:56 | 20 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia | 15 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 34:15 | 34 |
| 2 | Charlotte FC | 14 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 27:12 | 34 |
| 3 | Nashville SC | 15 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 31:11 | 33 |
| 4 | NY Red Bulls | 15 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 34:19 | 33 |
| 5 | Seattle Sounders | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 32:16 | 28 |
| 6 | Columbus Crew | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 25:18 | 28 |
| 7 | Vancouver | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 29:16 | 27 |
| 8 | NYCFC | 13 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 22:13 | 27 |
| 9 | Los Angeles FC | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 24:12 | 26 |
| 10 | San Diego | 15 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 24:13 | 26 |
| 11 | Minnesota Utd | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 26:17 | 25 |
| 12 | Orlando City | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 31:21 | 24 |
| 13 | Inter Miami | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 27:17 | 24 |
| 14 | FC Cincinnati | 14 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 21:17 | 23 |
| 15 | Colorado Rapids | 14 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 20:17 | 23 |
| 16 | Portland Timbers | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 21:19 | 23 |
| 17 | Austin FC | 14 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 14:12 | 22 |
| 18 | Chicago Fire | 14 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 20:20 | 20 |
| 19 | Real Salt Lake | 13 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 16:15 | 19 |
| 20 | SJ Earthquakes | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 32:24 | 18 |
| 21 | Atlanta United | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 23:22 | 18 |
| 22 | St. Louis | 15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 21:23 | 17 |
| 23 | Sporting KC | 15 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 25:30 | 16 |
| 24 | Houston Dynamo | 15 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 17:26 | 15 |
| 25 | LA Galaxy | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 17:22 | 14 |
| 26 | Toronto FC | 15 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 12:16 | 12 |
| 27 | FC Dallas | 14 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 18:23 | 12 |
| 28 | D.C. United | 14 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 12:23 | 12 |
| 29 | NE Revolution | 14 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 15:22 | 11 |
| 30 | CF Montréal | 14 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 13:28 | 11 |
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