Portland Timbers came from behind to beat Seattle Sounders FC 2-1 in MLS. Kalani Kossa-Rienzi put Seattle ahead in the 27th minute, but Kevin Kelsy levelled for the Timbers before half-time. Brandon Bye's 82nd-minute winner settled the contest.
7.9Kalani Kossa-RienziSeattle Sounders FC · Defender1 goal · 1 shot · 1 key pass · 0.1 xGPortland Timbers 2:1 Seattle Sounders FC — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half1 - 1
- 25(Foul)
- 30(Foul)
- 45 + 5(Simulation)
Second half1 - 0
- 71(Foul)
- 90 + 4
Live Prediction
Portland Timbers to winWon3.65
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WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders FC?
Portland Timbers 2-1 Seattle Sounders FC (MLS).
Who scored?
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi (27') for Seattle Sounders FC; Kevin Kelsy (41', assist Kristoffer Velde) for Portland Timbers; Brandon Bye (82', assist David Perreira da Costa) for Portland Timbers.
Was Portland Timbers's win deserved?
Not really — the opponent was the better side; Portland Timbers won on finishing.
Were there any cards in Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders FC?
Yellow cards: Peter Kingston (Seattle Sounders FC); Kamal Miller (Portland Timbers); Kevin Kelsy (Portland Timbers); Sebastian Gomez (Seattle Sounders FC).
Standings
Portland Timbers – Seattle Sounders FC
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Head to Head meetings
Portland Timbers – Seattle Sounders FC
Portland Timbers
Seattle Sounders FC
- 15
Victories
- 6
Draws
- 7
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  15 | 7  |
Scored goals | 44 | 35 |
Average per game | 1.57 | 1.25 |
The biggest victory | 5-1 | 2-6 |
Portland Timbers
- 5Matches
- 4Goals
- 0.8Goal per game
- 0Wins
- 2Draws
- 3Losses
Seattle Sounders FC
- 5Matches
- 9Goals
- 1.8Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Best statistical picks
Portland Timbers – Seattle Sounders FC
Both teams scored in 5 of the last 6 matches
X2 hasn't lost in 3 of the last matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Over 10.5
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 10.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Over 4.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 4.5
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Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.05 | 3.90 | 3.10 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Seattle Sounders FC
Seattle Sounders hold a 64% statistical lean despite a five-match away losing streak, while Portland Timbers come off a 5-1 demolition of Seattle and have home momentum. The clash pits quality against form — a genuinely split verdict.
Away win — Seattle Sounders FC3.10
High confidence64%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
38.9
56.9
CheckSkill
50.7
56.1
CheckMental
30.8
69
CheckLive total48.4 vs 59+10.6Portland Timbers: 42.6 + 5.8 for home advantage = 48.4
More match signals
Seattle Sounders FC (DNB)83%2.25
Over 2.576%1.44
Seattle Sounders FC (−1)80%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Portland Timbers and Seattle Sounders?
Seattle Sounders are the slight favorites according to CheckLive's read, but their terrible away form makes them vulnerable against a Portland side with momentum.
Which team is in better form?
Portland Timbers are in better form, unbeaten in three matches, while Seattle have lost five straight away games. However, Seattle's overall quality remains higher.
Will both teams score in Portland vs Seattle?
Both teams to score is likely given the trends: Portland have scored 10 in their last 5 home games, Seattle 2 away. The H2H average total is 2.9 goals per game.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.05 | 3.90 | 3.10 |