Our Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Prediction: 1-1
Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake in the USA MLS is scheduled for an 03:30 GMT kick-off on Thursday July 17, 2025. Our analysis suggests a 1-1 stalemate, with both teams capable of scoring, reinforcing BTTS as a valuable choice.
This Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Portland Timbers's Last Match – St. Louis City SC vs Portland Timbers
Portland Timbers will hope to recover from their recent 1-2 USA MLS setback against St. Louis City SC on July 14. In that match, Portland Timbers recorded 47% possession, firing 3 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
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![]() | 53% | 12 (7) | 2.04 | 69 |
![]() | 47% | 3 (3) | 1.15 | 37 |
Real Salt Lake's Last Match – Real Salt Lake vs Houston Dynamo
Real Salt Lake must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 1-0 USA MLS victory over Houston Dynamo in their last outing. In that match, Real Salt Lake recorded 42% possession, attempting 7 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
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![]() | 42% | 7 (5) | 1.35 | 34 |
![]() | 58% | 10 (3) | 1.47 | 60 |
Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Stats
Key Stats
Portland Timbers | Real Salt Lake | |
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1.06 | Attacking Strength | 0.76 |
0.76 | Defence Strength | 0.87 |
1.5 | Points Per Game | 1 |
4/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
3/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
2/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
5/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
0.9 | Average Scored | 1.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Portland Timbers are averaging 0.9 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Real Salt Lake average 1.1 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.