Football Result
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Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
Portland Timbers
Draws
Minnesota United FC
In a captivating MLS encounter at Providence Park on July 19, 2025, the Portland Timbers and Minnesota United FC battled to a 1-1 draw. Minnesota United FC, predicted by AI to win before the game, took the lead in the 77th minute through Anthony Markanich. However, Omir Fernández rescued a point for the Timbers with a dramatic equalizer in the 92nd minute.
The Timbers dominated possession with 63.3%, but Minnesota United FC edged them in total shots, 16 to 14. Both teams registered four shots on target. The match was closely contested, with both sides committing 13 fouls. Minnesota United FC accumulated three yellow cards compared to the Timbers' one.
The AI's pre-game prediction of a Minnesota United FC victory proved incorrect, highlighting the unpredictable nature of soccer. The AI model didn't expect a balanced game. The predicted win probability for Portland Timbers was 33.7% versus 38.9% for Minnesota United FC, and the draw probability was 27.4%.
Portland Timbers, with a team rate of 0.437, have been struggling for consistency, with recent losses to Real Salt Lake and St. Louis CITY SC preceding this draw, though they did beat New England Revolution at home recently, interspersed between losses to Toronto FC. Meanwhile, Minnesota United FC, rated at 0.613, have been in better form, despite losing their last game before this one to LAFC, with prior wins against San Jose Earthquakes and FC Dallas, as well as their U.S. Open Cup win over Chicago Fire FC. However, they drew with New York Red Bulls.
Looking at previous head-to-head matches, Portland Timbers won the last game between the two teams in 2024. However, Minnesota United FC had won the previous three.
This draw will likely be seen as a missed opportunity for Minnesota United FC to solidify their position in the league, while Portland Timbers will be relieved to have salvaged a point at home, although they have played better in the past. Both teams will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities and improve their attacking efficiency in upcoming matches. This result breaks Portland's losing streak, and ends Minnesota's positive run.