Both clubs should be motivated as MLS playoff race begins
Portland Timbers will look to rekindle their MLS form and reignite their playoff push when they face the New England Revolution in a key fixture on Sunday. The Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution preview highlights the importance of this matchup as both teams chase vital points.
New England Revolution appear to have found some resurgence as a club after they came from behind to draw 3-3 against Colorado Rapids.
Caleb Porter has overseen over 400 MLS games in his career and always instils a clear tactical identity and strong mentality in his team.
His Revolution squad staged a record-breaking 3-3 comeback against Colorado Rapids, highlighted by a great piece of play by right-back Tanner Beason and Maximiliano Urruti’s second MLS goal of the season.
Porter’s Portland have plenty of possession and transition
Phil Neville appears to be a pretty good fit at Portland Timbers, although his style is not as easy to define as Porter’s.
Portland are more pragmatic in their approach, using plenty of vertical transitions and solidity at the back.
They also like to transition quickly and make the most of their players’ pace on the counter-attack.
Portland should have more of the ball on home soil and if the Revolution push men forward for a goal, the Timbers could exploit the space behind the defence. Meanwhile, New England’s patient possession game should test the organisation and shape of the home side.
Providence Park’s artificial surface and the vagaries of the Pacific Northwest weather could also play a part in the type of game that unfolds on Sunday. Our Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution prediction is that the history and atmosphere could inspire both teams to deliver a memorable encounter.
Both sides could get on the scoresheet
So much of Portland’s success in the USA MLS 2025 campaign will depend on how well Evander or Santiago Moreno can make something happen. The two should get plenty of freedom to do so against the Revolution, who might find their own chances increased if Portland push forward in search of a winning goal.
Both of these teams could be feeling the benefit of renewed momentum from their last game and will be looking to continue it here. The Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution odds place Portland as the slight favourites on their home patch at 1.95, with the draw coming in at 3.40. The odds for both look low enough to pass on, but the ‘Both Teams to Score’ market could still appeal given recent defensive lapses and New England’s renewed goal-scoring touch. For those interested, this Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution betting tips section suggests keeping an eye on attacking markets as both sides show increased offensive potential. In conclusion, our second Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution prediction is that both teams will score in a closely contested game.
