Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 Jul 2025
MLS Betting Preview: Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake
Portland Timbers host Real Salt Lake in this MLS match at Providence Park, with kick-off set for 22:30 on Wednesday 16 July. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
We will split our stake on the Asian Handicap between 0 and +0.5 when wagering Salt Lake +0.25 at -105 against Portland. We need a victory for a full payout although the draw means a return is on the cards.
Portland Timbers were beaten in their last game. Away from home at Energizer Park, St. Louis City claimed a 2-1 win. Phil Neville's men recorded 47% possession and managed four shots on target, with David Da Costa getting the goal.
Real Salt Lake claimed a home victory in their previous league game. A 1-0 triumph against Houston Dynamo at America First Field made it back-to-back MLS wins. The Claret-and-Cobalt had five shots on goal and 47% possession, with William Agada firing the winner shortly before half-time.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Portland have not lost any of the past five games against RSL, with the last clash seeing a 0-0 draw played out at America First Field. The past 10 H2H matches have resulted in four Portland wins, four draws and two RSL successes.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 |  Real Salt Lake |
5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 9:7 | 10 |
| 24 |  Portland Timbers |
5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 12 | -5 | 7:12 | 4 |
4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 8.0 attempts. Portland have had 54.6% possession and 4.7 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.1 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 4.8 corners.
The three top scorers are David Da Costa, Antony and Santiago Moreno, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Santiago Moreno and David Da Costa have been top assistors with 3.
RSL have won 3, lost 3 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.1 goals from 10.0 attempts and 4.4 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 50.5% possession, 5.3 corners in their favour and 4.6 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.1 goals from 9.3 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal.
The top scorers have been William Agada, Johnny Russell, Zavier Gozo and Diego Luna, with 2 goals apiece. Alexandros Katranis and Diego Luna have both managed 2 assists in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Portland Timbers confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Maxime Crepeau (GK), Juan Mosquera, Finn Surman, Dario Zuparic, Jimer Fory, Diego Chara, David Ayala, Santiago Moreno, Felipe Mora, Omir Fernandez, Kevin Kelsy.
Real Salt Lake confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Rafael Cabral (GK), Bode Hidalgo, Justen Glad, Brayan Vera, Sam Junqua, Noel Caliskan, Pablo Ruiz, Diogo Goncalves, Zavier Gozo, Diego Luna, William Agada.
Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Prediction & Betting Tips
We cover the key Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best corners pick, correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.
Match Prediction
Salt Lake have a good chance of winning this MLS clash and we’ll wager them on the Asian Handicap. Take the visitors at -105 with a +0.25 goal start in then expectation that they can perform well.
Team news can have a significant impact on the betting odds, and we factor this in alongside recent form and the latest MLS stats when making our football predictions.
Key Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake league stats:
When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 51.3% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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We’re betting on Salt Lake to secure a 2-1 winning scoreline. Odds of +850 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.
Player Prop Picks
William Agada (RSL) can be wagered at -156 to finish with one or more shots on goal. When it comes to wagering Shots on Target, we think the betting odds really stand out for this pick.
Diego Luna (RSL) has netted five goals in his past nine MLSmatches away from home. We’ll bear these numbers in mind and take odds of +255 that he is able to feature on the scoresheet when we wager on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Corners Prediction
The 4.5 corners line has been covered by Portland in four consecutive home matches, with Real Salt Lake conceding over 4.5 corners in their past three away games. We think it’s achievable that Portland will cover the Team Corners line and odds of -150 can be landed.
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Bet Builder Tips
Get in the game with a bet builder. Our picks are Real Salt Lake on the Asian Handicap at +0.25, three or more goals to be scored as well as Portland to rack up over 4.5 corners.
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Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake 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.
The bookies have priced up the draw at +250 on the Full-Time Result, with Portland Timbers available to back at betting odds of +135. Real Salt Lake are +185 to win this MLS clash.
The Draw No Bet market simplifies things as it offers two options and money back if the game finishes level. Portland are -141, while RSL are alternatively priced at +102.
The lowest odds can be found for Over 2.5 Goals, which means at least three goals being netted. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -222.
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Those interested in Felipe Mora to find the net anytime can get +170, with the favourite on offer to score the first goal at odds of +480.
Portland are unbeaten over their previous ten games at Providence Park. Phil Neville's men have six wins and four draws in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.70 goals per match and conceding 1.00.
Salt Lake have failed to win in their last six matches on their travels. The Claret-and-Cobalt have five losses, three draws and two victories in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.40.
Portland beat RSL 3-0 when the teams last met at Providence Park. The previous 8 H2H meetings at Providence Park have featured six Portland victories and two draws.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Timbers Home Stats |
4-3-3 | 3.00 | 1.40 | 1.60 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 2 | |
| Real Salt Lake Away Stats |
1-3-6 | 2.20 | 0.70 | 1.50 | 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
- MLS: 17/07 2025 Portland 0 Salt Lake 1
- MLS: 15/05 2025 Salt Lake 0 Portland 0
- MLS: 22/09 2024 Salt Lake 3 Portland 3
- MLS: 14/07 2024 Portland 3 Salt Lake 0
- MLS: 31/08 2023 Portland 2 Salt Lake 1
- MLS: 18/05 2023 Salt Lake 0 Portland 0
- U.S. Open Cup: 11/05 2023 Portland 3 Salt Lake 4
- MLS: 09/10 2022 Salt Lake 3 Portland 1
- MLS: 24/04 2022 Portland 0 Salt Lake 0
- MLS: 05/12 2021 Portland 2 Salt Lake 0
Portland Timbers League Stats
Real Salt Lake League Stats
- 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 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 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 4.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 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 5.10 corners awarded and 5.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.80 corners awarded and 5.50 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.40 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 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 48.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 53.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 52.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Portland Timbers this season are Antony (7), Kevin Kelsy (7), Felipe Mora (5)
- Top Assistors for Portland Timbers this season are David Da Costa (6), Antony (5), Santiago Moreno (5)
Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Lineups & Team News
The Portland vs RSL team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for the MLS along with the latest injury news.
Portland Timbers Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Real Salt Lake Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Portland Timbers Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Real Salt Lake Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Portland Timbers Substitutes
- 7Ariel Lassiter
- 15Eric Miller
- 17Cristhian Paredes
- 23Ian Smith
- 41James Pantemis
- 80Joao Ortiz
- 88Gage Guerra
Real Salt Lake Substitutes
- 11Dominik Marczuk
- 14Emeka Eneli
- 23Ariath Piol
- 26Philip Quinton
- 31Mason Stajduhar
- 36Jesus Barea
- 77Johnny Russell
- 81Griffin Dillon
- 98Alexandros Katranis
Previous Portland Timbers Lineups
Previous Real Salt Lake Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Portland Timbers Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Phil Neville
Real Salt Lake Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13:2 | 13 |
| 2 | Los Angeles FC | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8:0 | 13 |
| 3 | Vancouver | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 14:2 | 12 |
| 4 | SJ Earthquakes | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7:1 | 12 |
| 5 | San Diego | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 13:5 | 11 |
| 6 | NYCFC | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 13:6 | 10 |
| 7 | Seattle Sounders | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5:2 | 10 |
| 8 | Real Salt Lake | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:7 | 10 |
| 9 | Inter Miami | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:8 | 10 |
| 10 | Colorado Rapids | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11:7 | 9 |
| 11 | Charlotte FC | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10:6 | 8 |
| 12 | FC Dallas | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10:9 | 8 |
| 13 | Chicago Fire | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7:5 | 7 |
| 14 | D.C. United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4:4 | 7 |
| 15 | Toronto FC | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6:8 | 7 |
| 16 | NY Red Bulls | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5:11 | 7 |
| 17 | Houston Dynamo | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8:9 | 6 |
| 18 | FC Cincinnati | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7:11 | 6 |
| 19 | LA Galaxy | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 7:8 | 5 |
| 20 | Austin FC | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5:7 | 5 |
| 21 | Minnesota Utd | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4:11 | 5 |
| 22 | Atlanta United | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:8 | 4 |
| 23 | St. Louis | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4:7 | 4 |
| 24 | Portland Timbers | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7:12 | 4 |
| 25 | Sporting KC | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:11 | 4 |
| 26 | NE Revolution | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8:9 | 3 |
| 27 | CF Montréal | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7:14 | 3 |
| 28 | Orlando City | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5:17 | 3 |
| 29 | Columbus Crew | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5:8 | 2 |
| 30 | Philadelphia | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3:9 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10:1 | 9 |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 4 | FC Dallas | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10:8 | 8 |
| 5 | San Diego | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9:2 | 7 |
| 6 | Charlotte FC | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9:2 | 7 |
| 7 | NYCFC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 6 |
| 8 | Colorado Rapids | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 6 |
| 9 | SJ Earthquakes | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:1 | 6 |
| 10 | FC Cincinnati | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:4 | 6 |
| 11 | Real Salt Lake | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 12 | Houston Dynamo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 13 | Austin FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3:2 | 5 |
| 14 | LA Galaxy | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:3 | 4 |
| 15 | Atlanta United | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:4 | 4 |
| 16 | St. Louis | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 17 | Toronto FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 18 | Minnesota Utd | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:0 | 4 |
| 19 | Portland Timbers | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 20 | NE Revolution | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 3 |
| 21 | Chicago Fire | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 3 |
| 22 | Seattle Sounders | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 23 | D.C. United | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 24 | Orlando City | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5:7 | 3 |
| 25 | NY Red Bulls | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 3 |
| 26 | Columbus Crew | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0:1 | 1 |
| 27 | Sporting KC | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:7 | 1 |
| 28 | Inter Miami | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 29 | CF Montréal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 30 | Philadelphia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:5 | 0 |
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