What is the best bet for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

Based on AI analysis, the best bet is '1X' at odds of 1.43.

What are the latest odds for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

The latest odds are: Home Win - 2.35, Draw - 3.6, Away Win - 2.8.

What is the predicted total goals (Under/Over) for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

Our AI predicts the best bet for total goals in this match is 'under 3.5' goals. The available odds for this selection are 1.57.

What is the best 1X2 betting tip for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

Our AI-powered prediction suggests that the best 1X2 bet for this match is '1'. The available odds for this selection are 2.35.

What is the predicted final score for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

Our AI predicts a final score of 2:1.

What is the predicted halftime score for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

Our AI predicts the halftime score will be .

What is the expected ball possession for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

Our AI predicts Portland Timbers will have 56% possession, while Real Salt Lake will have 44% possession.

How many shots are expected in Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

The total number of shots is expected to be 27, with Portland Timbers taking 13 shots and Real Salt Lake taking 14 shots.

How many corners are predicted in Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

The match is expected to have a total of 9 corners, with Portland Timbers earning 5 corners and Real Salt Lake earning 4 corners.

What is the predicted number of yellow cards for Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

According to our AI prediction, this match is expected to have a total of 4 yellow cards. Portland Timbers is projected to receive 2 yellow cards, while Real Salt Lake is expected to receive 2 yellow cards.

What is the squad value of Portland Timbers before the match against Real Salt Lake?

The current estimated market value of Portland Timbers is €48.35m. This reflects the financial strength of their squad before facing Real Salt Lake.

What is the squad value of Real Salt Lake before the match against Portland Timbers?

The current estimated market value of Real Salt Lake is €35.30m. This represents their squad’s financial standing before playing against Portland Timbers.

How many goals are expected in the first half of Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

Our AI predicts that the first half of Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake will have a total of 0 goals, based on the predicted halftime score of .

How many total goals are expected in Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake?

According to our AI prediction, the match between Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake is expected to have a total of 3 goals, based on the predicted full-time score of 2:1.

Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Prediction

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USA

Major League Soccer

Portland

€48.35m

17 Jul03:30

0 : 1

Real Salt Lake

€35.30m

Preview

Portland vs Real Salt Lake Prediction Major League Soccer

Timbers vs Real Salt Lake: A Tactical Prediction

This midweek fixture at the iconic Providence Park presents a fascinating Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake prediction, where league position tells only part of the story. On July 17th, under the lights, we'll see if the favored Portland Timbers can leverage their home advantage against a Real Salt Lake side desperate to climb from the lower rungs of the table. After 20 matches, the standings paint a clear picture: the Timbers are sitting mid-table in 11th with a respectable 33 points, while RSL finds itself in a more precarious 21st position with just 25 points. This eight-point gap sets the stage for a contest where one team is looking to solidify its standing and the other is fighting for every scrap.

Decoding the Odds and Betting Tips

The bookmakers have cast their vote, positioning the Portland Timbers as the clear favorites with odds of 2.35 for a home victory. A draw is priced at 3.60, while an upset win for Real Salt Lake comes in at a tempting 2.8. Here at NerdyTips, our AI has crunched the numbers, and the insights point towards a calculated approach.

Safest Bet: The AI's most profitable recommendation is a 1X (home win or draw). With odds of 1.43 and a trust rating of 4.6/10, it’s a solid foundation for any bet slip, acknowledging Portland's strength at home while providing a safety net.
Value Bet: For those seeking higher returns, the straight home win (1) at 2.35 carries a trust level of 3.6/10. This reflects the statistical likelihood but also accounts for the inherent unpredictability of MLS.
Goals Market: The AI leans towards a more conservative affair, suggesting Under 3.6 goals with a trust rating of 3.4 and odds of 1.434. This aligns with a predicted final score of 2.35 in favor of the Timbers.

Interestingly, the AI also projects a 1:0 half-time lead for Portland, suggesting they will look to start fast and control the game from the outset. This aligns with the broader MLS trend where home teams win nearly half the time (49.0%).

The Tactical Chessboard: Possession vs. Precision

On the pitch, we expect to see a distinct tactical dynamic. The Portland Timbers are projected to dominate the ball with 56% possession, using the fervent home crowd to dictate the tempo. Real Salt Lake, with an expected 44% of the ball, will likely adopt a more reactive, counter-attacking strategy. What's truly compelling is the shot data. Despite the disparity in possession, the teams are predicted to be almost evenly matched in offensive output.

Portland Timbers: Expected to take 13 total shots, with 4 hitting the target.
Real Salt Lake: Forecasted to manage 14 total shots, also with 4 on target.

This suggests that while Portland may control the flow, RSL could be just as dangerous, if not more so, on a per-possession basis. The game is also expected to be tightly contested in other areas, with an estimated 9 total corners (5 for Portland, 4 for RSL) and an even split of 2 yellow cards apiece, indicating a disciplined but competitive match.

Beyond the Form Guide: Head to Head, Money, and Mind Games

To get a full picture for our Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake prediction, we must look beyond the immediate stats. The financial muscle of the clubs offers a clue, with the Timbers' roster valued at a hefty €48.35m, significantly outpacing RSL's €35.30m. This often translates to greater depth and quality on the bench. Recent history also smiles on the home side. In their last head to head encounter on July 14th, 2024, Portland secured a convincing 3-0 victory. It's worth noting the odds for that match were 2.2 for a Timbers win, showing how their favoritism has only slightly increased.

However, both teams have a history of defying expectations. We saw Portland snatch a surprising 2:2 draw away at Columbus Crew when the odds were a staggering 5.55. Similarly, Real Salt Lake proved their mettle by securing a 1:1 result at the formidable Los Angeles FC against odds of 5.8. These results are a stark reminder that in MLS, heart and strategy can often trump statistics. While our AI model points to a 2.35 home win, RSL has the tools to make this a far closer contest than the league table suggests.

Timbers vs Real Salt Lake: A Tactical Prediction

Decoding the Odds and Betting Tips

Safest Bet: The AI's most profitable recommendation is a 1X (home win or draw). With odds of 1.43 and a trust rating of 4.6/10, it’s a solid foundation for any bet slip, acknowledging Portland's strength at home while providing a safety net.
Value Bet: For those seeking higher returns, the straight home win (1) at 2.35 carries a trust level of 3.6/10. This reflects the statistical likelihood but also accounts for the inherent unpredictability of MLS.
Goals Market: The AI leans towards a more conservative affair, suggesting Under 3.6 goals with a trust rating of 3.4 and odds of 1.434. This aligns with a predicted final score of 2.35 in favor of the Timbers.

The Tactical Chessboard: Possession vs. Precision

Portland Timbers: Expected to take 13 total shots, with 4 hitting the target.
Real Salt Lake: Forecasted to manage 14 total shots, also with 4 on target.

Beyond the Form Guide: Head to Head, Money, and Mind Games

AI Predictions

Warning

The odd of the best tip is increasing. The initial odd was: 1.31

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Portland vs Real Salt Lake

1X -233

Portland to win or draw with odds of -233

4/10

1x2 Tip

1 135

Portland is expected to win with odds of 135

3/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -175

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match

3/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -213

Both teams are expected to score

1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U5.5 -172

Home win/draw and under 5.5 goals

3/10

Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

2:1

Stats Predictions

56%

Ball Possession

44%

Total Shots

Shots on Goal

Shots Off Goal

Corners

Yellow Cards

Average / Match

2.1

Total Goals

2.2

0.9

Goals Scored

1.1

1.2

Goals Against

1.1

55%

Possession

50%

11.3

Total Shots

3.9

Shots on Goal

4.4

4.1

Shots off Goal

5.2

10.4

Fouls

13.3

4.2

Corners

5.3

1.3

Offsides

1.7

2.13

Yellow Cards

2.7

Red Cards

0.1

501

Total Passes

435

Overview Last 10 Matches

Wins

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 3.5 Goals

Both Teams Scored

Unexpected Wins

Unexpected Loses

Head to Head

14 - 11 - 16

Portland	^17-Jul-25 0:1	Real S
Real S	^15-May-25 0:0	Portland
Real S	^22-Sep-24 3:3	Portland
Portland	^14-Jul-24 3:0	Real S
Portland	^31-Aug-23 2:1	Real S
Real S	^18-May-23 0:0	Portland
Portland	^11-May-23 3:4	Real S
Real S	^09-Oct-22 3:1	Portland
Portland	^24-Apr-22 0:0	Real S
Portland	^04-Dec-21 2:0	Real S

USA - Major League Soccer

	Team	Matches	Goals	Points
1	San Diego	34	64-41	63
2	Vancouver Whit	34	66-38	63
3	Los Angeles FC	34	65-40	60
4	Minnesota Unit	34	56-39	58
5	Seattle Sounde	34	58-48	55
6	Austin	34	37-45	47
7	FC Dallas	34	52-55	44
8	Portland Timbe	34	41-48	44
9	Real Salt Lake	34	38-49	41
10	San Jose Earth	34	60-63	41
11	Colorado Rapid	34	44-56	41
12	Houston Dynamo	34	43-56	37
13	St. Louis City	34	44-58	32
14	Los Angeles Ga	34	46-66	30
15	Sporting Kansa	34	46-70	28