FC Dallas
- FC Dallas sit 8th in MLS 2026 on 37 points from 23 games and remain in the playoff chase.
- Across all competitions they have a recent 3-1-1 run in their last five matches.
- FC Dallas have conceded 19 goals in 10 home matches in MLS 2026.
- Tactical note: Eric Quill fields a compact back three with wingbacks and quick vertical breaks.
Portland Timbers
- Portland Timbers are 13th on 31 points from 23 games and need a resurgence.
- Their last five matches read 2-1-2, showing some inconsistency.
- The Timbers lost 1-2 at home to Austin FC and later recorded a 5-0 home win.
- Away averages: 1.36 goals scored and 1.91 conceded.
Head-to-Head
- The reverse fixture finished 2-2 six weeks ago in Portland.
- In MLS 2026 the head-to-head record is 2-0 to Dallas, with three draws.
- Portland haven't won any of their last two visits to Toyota Stadium.
Key Players
Petar Musa is FC Dallas' main man with 18 MLS 2026 goals in 21 games , five of which have come in the last five matches.
Betting Insights
- Match odds: FC Dallas 1.73, Portland Timbers 3.9, draw 4.3.
- Both Teams to Score - Yes is available at 1.38.
Prediction
- We're sticking with the hosts to win this one.
- The 2-2 reverse fixture and Portland's countering ability should keep the game competitive.
- A win for Dallas would help secure their playoff place, while Portland need a run to get into the race.