Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers – Match Preview

Colorado Rapids are set to host Portland Timbers at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park on Saturday, September 15th. The game starts at 01:30 GMT. The Rapids, currently 7th with 44 points, aim to climb higher in the table. The Timbers, in 12th place and trailing by four points, seek a win to improve their position. Both teams had hoped to be in the top six at this stage. An early victory is crucial for their season ambitions.

Colorado Rapids – Form

The Colorado Rapids have had varied results recently. They secured a 3-2 win against FC Dallas on September 1st, with Rafael Navarro scoring twice. Darren Yapi also scored, despite the odds. Their performance in the Leagues Cup was mixed, with a 2-2 draw against Philadelphia Union and a 4-0 loss to Los Angeles FC. These outcomes matched bookmaker expectations, showcasing the team’s resilience.

Portland Timbers – Form

The Portland Timbers have also seen mixed results. They won 1-0 against Seattle Sounders FC on September 1st, 2024. This victory was anticipated by bookmakers. Before this, they had a 4-4 draw with St. Louis City and a 3-1 loss in the Leagues Cup on August 10th. These results were in line with bookmaker predictions.

Colorado Rapids – Portland Timbers – Head to Head

The last meeting on August 2nd, 2024, saw Portland Timbers win 4:0 against Colorado Rapids in the Leagues Cup. In their past 10 encounters, Portland Timbers have won 5 times, Colorado Rapids 3, with 2 draws. This shows a closely contested rivalry. The last 3 matches have seen Portland Timbers winning, with more than 2.5 goals in each game. Conversely, Colorado Rapids have faced defeats in these recent matchups, with over 3.5 goals scored, indicating high-scoring games.

Colorado Rapids – Portland Timbers – Standings

The Colorado Rapids are 7th in the standings, with 44 points from 27 matches. They have scored 53 goals and conceded 45. This performance aligns with their preseason expectations of being a mid-table team. The Portland Timbers are 12th, four points behind the Rapids. They have scored 55 goals and conceded 46. A win in this match could help them meet their preseason goals.

Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers – Top scorers

Rafael Navarro leads the Rapids’ attack with 13 goals. Djordje Mihailovic and Cole Bassett have also been key, scoring 10 and 9 goals, respectively. Kevin Cabral and Calvin Harris add depth with 5 and 4 goals. For the Timbers, Felipe Mora and Jonathan Rodriguez each have 13 goals. Evander Ferreira has contributed 12 goals from midfield. Santiago Moreno and Antony have added 6 and 4 goals, making the Timbers’ attack formidable.

Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Colorado Rapids with odds of 2.10 for a win. A draw is at 3.80, and a Timbers win at 3.20. The Rapids’ strong home record gives them an advantage. However, the Timbers have won the last three head-to-head matches. Injuries and suspensions could influence the outcome, but the Rapids are likely to win.

For alternative bets, the “halftime-fulltime” option for a Rapids lead at half is at 2.60. “Draw-no-bet” for the Rapids is at 1.571, and “double-chance” for either team to win is at 1.70.

Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers – Over/Under Betting

“Over 2.5” goals is priced at 1.40, while “Under 2.5” is at 2.875. Given the trend of high-scoring games between these teams, “Over 2.5” is an appealing option. Both teams have shown they can score and concede, making a high-scoring match likely.

Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are at 1.36. This suggests a strong chance of both teams scoring. Considering the attacking form of both teams, “BTTS: Yes” at 1.36 is a probable outcome for this match.

Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers – Prediction