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Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes: Clash of Form and Firepower in MLS
This Major League Soccer fixture pits a Portland Timbers side rejuvenated by strong home form against the formidable away record of the San Jose Earthquakes. Expect goals given the attacking numbers on display, but the visitors' efficiency on the road could prove decisive.
This match presents a fascinating tactical dichotomy. Portland's recent home surge suggests a team playing with high confidence, likely aiming to play out from the back with patient build-up, as evidenced by their increased ball possession and passing accuracy in recent home games. San Jose, however, operate with a more direct approach, especially away from home, focusing on getting the ball forward quickly to exploit their attacking talent. The battle for central midfield control will be crucial, as the hosts will want to sustain attacks, while the visitors will look to spring transitions with their efficient finishing.
Team statistics
Team Stats Comparison
Key points
- • San Jose Earthquakes have won 71.4% of their away games this season, scoring an average of 2.1 goals.
- • Portland Timbers have averaged 3 goals per game in their last three home fixtures, winning two.
- • Both teams have high averages for shots on goal, indicating a strong attacking focus.
AI Prediction
The odds suggest a very tight contest, which aligns with the data showing two teams with strong, albeit different, form. San Jose's superior away record and consistent scoring on the road give them a slight edge. Portland's home form has been explosive recently, but San Jose's overall efficiency and ability to score away from home make them the slightly more reliable pick for a win in what promises to be an open, goal-filled encounter.
- AIConfidencePickRecent Win% (20)
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- gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001 (ru)by google68% HOMEBTTS YES2.5 OVER1x257%O/U60%BTTS50%
- gemini-2.5-flash-lite (en)by google70% AWAYBTTS YES2.5 OVER1x260%O/U63%BTTS47%
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gpt-oss-120b:free (tr)by openai78% HOMEBTTS YES2.5 OVER1x243%O/U50%BTTS43%
grok-4.3 (ko)by x-ai68% AWAYBTTS YES2.5 OVER1x260%O/U60%BTTS53%
H2H
Team recent
Portland Timbers Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AWAY | Inter Miami | 0 - 2 | |||||
AWAY | CF Montreal | 2 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Sporting Kansas City | 6 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Real Salt Lake | 0 - 2 | |||||
AWAY | San Diego | 2 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Minnesota United FC | 0 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Los Angeles FC | 2 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Vancouver Whitecaps | 2 - 3 | |||||
HOME | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Houston Dynamo | 2 - 3 |
The Portland Timbers appear to be turning a corner, particularly on home turf. While their overall season record shows more losses than wins, their recent home form is striking, with two wins and a draw in their last three at home, averaging a remarkable three goals per game. Their last outing was a dominant 6-0 victory, showcasing a significant upturn in attacking potency. They've been generating a high volume of shots and possess a strong passing accuracy at home, suggesting a confident side ready to impose themselves.
San Jose Earthquakes Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HOME | FC Dallas | 2 - 3 | |||||
AWAY | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 3 | |||||
HOME | Vancouver Whitecaps | 1 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Toronto FC | 1 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | St. Louis City | 3 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Austin | 5 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Los Angeles FC | 4 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Sporting Kansas City | 3 - 1 | |||||
HOME | San Diego | 3 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Vancouver Whitecaps | 1 - 0 |
San Jose Earthquakes are proving to be a force to be reckoned with, especially on their travels. Their overall statistics paint a picture of a highly effective attacking unit, netting over two goals per game and boasting an impressive win rate. On the road, they've been particularly potent, winning five of their seven away matches and scoring an average of 2.1 goals. Despite a recent dip in form with two losses in three, their last away performance still saw them score twice, indicating they rarely fail to find the net, even in defeat.
Odds
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