Portland Timbers vs. New England Revolution Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 6 July 2025

As we near the 21st round of Major League Soccer, Portland Timbers, sitting 9th with 30 points, are set to take on New England Revolution, currently 20th with 24 points. This match at Providence Park promises to be an exciting encounter, especially with both teams showing strong offensive capabilities.

Portland Timbers, coached by Phil Neville, have scored in every home match this season. Their recent form, however, has been inconsistent (LDWWL), and they’ll miss key players due to injuries and suspensions, including their top scorer Antony. New England Revolution, under Caleb Porter, are looking to up their game after a mixed bag of results recently (DLLWD).

Both teams have consistently found the net in their past encounters, with the last five matchups ending in draws with goals scored on both sides. Given their attacking strengths, a high-scoring game is anticipated. Therefore, a recommended bet is over 2.5 goals.

This game could be pivotal for both teams – Portland to solidify a playoff spot and New England to climb out of the lower ranks. Don’t miss what could be a goal fest at Providence Park!

Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution Prediction & Betting Tip

Given the attacking prowess of both the Portland Timbers and the New England Revolution, the recommended betting tip for this match is "Over 2.5 goals." Both teams have shown strong offensive capabilities this season, making a goal-heavy encounter likely.

Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Over 2.5 goals	1.95

• Both teams have scored in all their past six encounters, indicating a history of high-scoring games.
• The Portland Timbers have scored in 100% of their home matches this season, ensuring a solid attacking performance.
• The New England Revolution have also been prolific, particularly in the latter stages of matches, and they average 1.8 goals per game in their last five outings.

This match promises plenty of goals, making "Over 2.5 goals" a safe and exciting bet.

Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution Odds

Here’s a quick look at the betting odds for the Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution match:

Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Portland Timbers	1.95
Draw	3.71
New England Revolution	3.40

With Portland Timbers being the bookmaker’s favourite, it showcases the bettors’ confidence in their home advantage and current form. New England Revolution, on the other hand, have longer odds, reflecting their lower standing and recent performances. This disparity in odds is also influenced by the Timbers’ 100% scoring record at home and the Revs’ unpredictability away from home.

Portland Timbers Team Analysis

Portland Timbers Recent Performance

The Portland Timbers have had a mixed bag of results in their last five matches, showcasing both their strengths and some vulnerabilities. Let’s break down their recent performances:

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Toronto FC	Portland Timbers	2025-06-28	Major League Soccer	3-0 (Loss)
Portland Timbers	San Jose Earthquakes	2025-06-14	Major League Soccer	1-1 (Draw)
Portland Timbers	St. Louis City	2025-06-08	Major League Soccer	2-1 (Win)
Portland Timbers	Colorado Rapids	2025-05-29	Major League Soccer	2-1 (Win)
Orlando City	Portland Timbers	2025-05-24	Major League Soccer	1-0 (Loss)

Recent Form: LDWWL

The Timbers managed to secure two wins from their last five matches but also faced two defeats and one draw. Their recent form shows that while they can deliver on home turf, they struggle to maintain consistency.

Goals and Clean Sheets

• Average goals scored in the last 5 games: 1.00
• Clean sheets in the last 5 games: 0

Despite not keeping any clean sheets in their recent matches, the Timbers have been consistent in finding the back of the net, particularly at home with an impressive 100% scoring record.

Portland Timbers Key Players

The Portland Timbers will be relying heavily on their top scorer, Antony, although he unfortunately remains sidelined due to a muscle injury and is set to return mid-July. This puts added pressure on the likes of Felipe Mora and Kevin Kelsy, who will need to step up in Antony’s absence.

Felipe Mora is one to watch, a forward who has consistently shown his prowess in front of goal. Mora will aim to exploit any defensive weaknesses New England might show, particularly in the second half where they’ve conceded 1.3 goals on average this season.

David Ayala and Diego Chara will command the midfield. Both players are crucial in transitioning from defense to attack, making them key in breaking down New England’s formation and creating scoring opportunities.

Expected lineup for Portland Timbers:

• Goalkeeper: James Pantemis
• Defenders: Juan Mosquera, Dario Zuparic, Finn Surman, Claudio Bravo
• Midfielders: David Ayala, David Da Costa, Diego Chara
• Attackers: Omir Fernandez, Felipe Mora, Kevin Kelsy

The battle up front between Felipe Mora and New England’s key defenders will be pivotal, as will the midfield contest where Diego Chara and David Ayala will be tasked with keeping Carles Gil under wraps.

Portland Timbers Suspensions & Injuries

The Portland Timbers face significant challenges due to a string of injuries and suspensions heading into their match against New England Revolution.

Player	Injury	Expected return
Zac McGraw	Back injury	Mid July 2025
Jonathan Rodriguez	Muscle injury	Mid July 2025
Ariel Lassiter	Abdominal injury	Late July 2025
Antony	Muscle injury	Mid July 2025

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Jimer Fory	Yellow cards	One match

The absence of key players like Antony and Jonathan Rodriguez could heavily impact the Timbers’ offensive capabilities. Additionally, the suspension of Jimer Fory will leave a gap in defense, putting extra pressure on the remaining squad to step up in their roles.

Portland Timbers Tactics and Formation

Portland Timbers Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-3-3
• Key Forward: Felipe Mora
• Midfield Trio: David Ayala, David Costa, Diego Chara
• Defensive Strength: Rotation involving experienced defenders like Dario Zuparic
• Notable Strategy: Strong attack during the 46-60 and 61-75-minute intervals

Phil Neville is likely to opt for a 4-3-3 formation, emphasizing a balanced approach between attack and defense. With Felipe Mora spearheading the attack, the Timbers will rely on his goal-scoring prowess to break down New England Revolution’s defense.

In midfield, Diego Chara’s experience and tenacity are key, flanked by David Ayala and David Costa to provide both defensive cover and creative flair. The defensive line, led by Dario Zuparic, aims to tighten up given their vulnerability, particularly in the 31-45-minute interval where they have conceded the most goals.

Expect Portland to exploit their home advantage, maintaining an aggressive stance, particularly in the second half where they have found significant success scoring goals.

New England Revolution Team Analysis

New England Revolution Recent Performance

New England Revolution have had a turbulent run in their last five matches. Let’s take a closer look at their performances:

Home Team	Away Team	Date	Competition	Result
New England Revolution	Colorado Rapids	2025-06-28	Major League Soccer	3-3 (Draw)
New England Revolution	Nashville SC	2025-06-25	Major League Soccer	2-3 (Loss)
New England Revolution	FC Cincinnati	2025-06-14	Major League Soccer	0-1 (Loss)
CF Montreal	New England Revolution	2025-05-31	Major League Soccer	0-3 (Win)
DC United	New England Revolution	2025-05-28	Major League Soccer	1-1 (Draw)

The Revolution have found the net 9 times in their last five games, averaging 1.8 goals per match. However, their defense has been porous, allowing opponents to score in four of their last five outings. With only one clean sheet in this period, there’s considerable room for improvement for Caleb Porter’s men.

Their attacking prowess, led by Carles Gil, has been commendable, but they need to tighten up defensively if they hope to climb up from their current 20th position in the league standings.

New England Revolution Key Players

New England Revolution’s player to watch is undoubtedly Carles Gil, who has netted 7 goals this season. Gil, a central figure in Caleb Porter’s setup, is flanked by other key attackers like Leonardo Campana and Tomas Chancalay. With Gil’s playmaking ability, he’ll be a constant threat against Portland’s defense, likely engaging in duels with Portland’s Juan Mosquera and Dario Zuparic.

Additionally, Matt Polster’s role in midfield can’t be overlooked. As a crucial link between defense and attack, he maintains possession and disrupts opposing play.

Expected lineup for New England Revolution:

• Goalkeeper: Aljaz Ivacic
• Defenders: Brayan Ceballos, Wyatt Omsberg, Keegan Hughes, Peyton Miller
• Midfielders: Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi, Matt Polster, Carles Gil, Brandon Bye
• Forwards: Leonardo Campana, Tomas Chancalay

Keep your eyes on these players to see how they influence the game.

New England Revolution Suspensions & Injuries

The New England Revolution have a relatively clean sheet when it comes to suspensions, with no players currently banned from upcoming matches. However, injuries are a pressing concern for the team.

Player	Injury	Expected return
Alex Bono	Neck injury	Mid July 2025

While the injury list isn’t extensive, losing Alex Bono could still impact the team. Bono’s absence means that New England will have to depend on their other goalkeeping options, which might not offer the same level of reliability.

Without Bono, there’s additional pressure on the defensive backline, especially against the offensive threats posed by the Portland Timbers. The team will need to be particularly vigilant and adaptive to ensure this doesn’t become a deciding factor in their performance.

New England Revolution Tactics and Formation

New England Revolution’s Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-3-3

• Key Forward: Leonardo Campana

• Midfield Trio: Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi, Matt Polster, Carles Gil

• Defensive Layout:

  • Right Back: Brayan Ceballos
  • Center Backs: Wyatt Omsberg, Keegan Hughes
  • Left Back: Peyton Miller

• Offensive Strategy:

  • The team relies heavily on Carles Gil’s playmaking abilities, as he has been a consistent performer and is their top scorer with 7 goals.
  • Brandon Bye on the right and Tomas Chancalay on the left are expected to provide width and crosses into the box, targeting Leonardo Campana.

• Defensive Considerations:

  • New England has conceded an average of 1.3 goals per game this season, indicating vulnerabilities in their backline.
  • With Alex Bono out injured, Aljaz Ivacic is tasked with safeguarding the goal, putting additional pressure on the defenders to keep a tight formation.

• Notable Strategy:

  • The Revolution often ramp up their attack in the final 15 minutes, as they have scored the most goals in the 76-90 minute interval this season. Expect a late offensive push if the game remains tight.

By leveraging their formation and key players effectively, New England will look to take advantage of any lapses in Portland’s defense to secure vital away points.

Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution Head-to-Head Statistics

Home	Away	Date	Competition	Result
Portland Timbers	New England Revolution	2022-02-27	Major League Soccer	2-2
Portland Timbers	New England Revolution	2019-09-26	Major League Soccer	2-2
New England Revolution	Portland Timbers	2018-09-01	Major League Soccer	1-1
Portland Timbers	New England Revolution	2017-04-03	Major League Soccer	1-1
New England Revolution	Portland Timbers	2016-04-27	Major League Soccer	1-1

Portland Timbers and New England Revolution have locked horns quite a few times in recent years, with their last five meetings ending in draws. This shows a trend of closely contested matches between the sides. Matches have been competitive, often seeing both teams finding the back of the net. We can expect another tightly fought game with both sides aiming to break the deadlock and secure a valuable win in this MLS showdown at Providence Park.

Odds accurate as of 07.04.2025 03:32, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.