Football Result
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
Portland Timbers
Draws
Seattle Sounders FC
In a tightly contested MLS match at Providence Park, the Portland Timbers and Seattle Sounders FC played to a 1-1 draw. Albert Rusnák put Seattle ahead in the 30th minute, but Santiago Moreno equalized for Portland in the 36th minute. Seattle dominated possession with 52.9%, unleashing 13 shots compared to Portland's 4, though only 6 of those were on target, forcing 5 saves from the Timbers' goalkeeper. The Timbers committed significantly more fouls, racking up 19 compared to Seattle's 9. The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored a Portland Timbers win, with a 43.8% win probability, a prediction that ultimately proved incorrect, highlighting the unpredictable nature of rivalry games. The AI model didn't expected a balanced game.
Looking at current form, Portland's recent results have been mixed, with a win against Sporting Kansas City sandwiched between draws and a heavy defeat to San Jose. Their next match is against San Jose again in the U.S. Open Cup, a team that recently defeated them soundly. Seattle, following a strong win against Houston, suffered a heavy defeat to LAFC. Their upcoming game is at home against FC Dallas, who have been inconsistent themselves, making for a potentially unpredictable contest. Both teams have shown vulnerability in their recent matches, making their next games crucial for building momentum.
Historically, games between Portland and Seattle have been very close, with the last head-to-head in MLS ending 1-1. Portland´s previous game with San Jose ended in a 4-1 defeat, showing that they need to reinforce the defense for the U.S. Open Cup game. Seattle will need to improve their defense for the next game, since LAFC scored 4 goals against them.