MLS: Minnesota United vs Portland Timbers – Prediction, Stats & Odds

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On Saturday, Minnesota United and Portland Timbers will play against each other at Allianz Field. Both teams are determined to break their current MLS winless streaks. The home side has failed to claim three points in five consecutive matches, while the visitors are determined to avoid their fourth straight game without a victory.

Just one point lies between these clubs in the Western Conference. In 10th place lies Portland with 22 points from 20 outings, although Minnesota do have two games in hand. The 12th-placed hosts are aiming to secure another win in this series after their previous victory against the Timbers, 1-0 at Providence Park in May.

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Minnesota United Form

Minnesota United have been too mediocre in their last three matches, where a win has failed to come their way. Against Toronto FC, they gained a point in a 1-1 draw, before coming up short against CF Montreal, who ran out 4-0 winners. Lately, they managed to steal a point in a 2-2 draw with Real Salt Lake. The Loons just have a single home win to show from their efforts in the past six Major League Soccer matches at the Allianz Field. They also drew four and lost one of these six encounters, in which they scored five and conceded five goals.

Portland Timbers Form

In their last three matches, Portland Timbers drew 0-0 with San Jose Earthquakes, lost 1-2 against Chicago Fire FC, and drew 1-1 with New York City FC. The Timbers managed to win just once in their past six away games in Major League Soccer. On top of winning once they also drew three as well as losing two, while scoring seven times and letting in four.

Minnesota United vs Portland Timbers Stats

The following are statistics from the most recent matches between Minnesota United and Portland Timbers, which could be helpful in making informed bets for their upcoming game across all tournaments.

Minnesota United vs Portland Timbers – Players in Form

Emanuel Reynoso and Franck Boli have been sound bets in the goalscorer’s market recently. Reynoso has scored three goals in his last four games for Minnesota, while Boli has three goals in six games for the Timbers. These two stars are not to be underestimated when they step onto the field.

Minnesota United vs Portland Timbers Betting Tips

Full-time result

Allianz Field has been the stage for some intense matches for Minnesota United, winning two out of their last 10 games. They’ve drawn six and lost two. Meanwhile, Portland Timbers have been struggling on the road lately, only winning one out of their last 10 games. But Minnesota United won’t be taking them lightly, and with their home advantage, they’ll be looking to continue their unbeaten streak of five consecutive home games against the Timbers. Will they be able to keep their momentum going?

Both teams to score

In their last 10 games, Portland Timbers have scored the opening goal five times, while Minnesota United were first on target in three of their matches. And get this – Minnesota United have scored in five consecutive home meetings with Portland Timbers! This game is sure to be a thrilling showdown between two skilled teams.

Total goals

Minnesota United witnessed over 2.5 goals in five of their previous ten matches across all tournaments in which they averaged 0.9 goals a game. Over 2.5 goals appeared in four of the last ten matches that Portland Timbers played across all tournaments. They scored 0.9 times on average in the process.

Match predictions: Minnesota United vs Portland Timbers

In conclusion, it appears that the upcoming game featuring Minnesota United and Portland Timbers presents a favorable betting prospect.

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