MLS: LAFC vs. Portland Timbers Preview, Odds, Predictions (Aug 22)

• LAFC vs. Portland Timbers odds favor the home team at -166.
• Last 10 games Portland Timbers played all ended with both teams scoring and over 2.5 goals.
• LAFC is coming off back-to-back losses.

LAFC is third in the West, but lost the past two events. Meanwhile, the Timbers post mixed results, yet their games are interesting and include plenty of goals.

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How to Watch

• When: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 10:30 PM ET
• Where: BMO Field, Los Angeles, California
• How to Watch: Apple TV, MLS Season Pass

LAFC vs. Portland Timbers Odds

Game Preview

Losing back-to-back MLS games saw the black and gold losing pace with the top of the conference and allowing other rivals to catch up to them. Currently Marc dos Santos’ boys are third, yet if they don’t win this one, LAFC could drop down a couple of positions.

The losses were to San Diego at home, 0-1, and after that to Colorado Rapids on the road, with the same result. The offenses struggled to create chances, and their leading striker, Denis Bouanga, had no effect on the game.

Portland has mixed results lately, subsequently winning and losing two games. They may be posting inconsistent performances, yet one constant in their matches is high efficiency.

First, in their last 10 games, the Timbers have seen both teams score and over 2.5 goals. In 7 of those contests, Portland has scored at least twice.

LAFC vs. Portland Timbers Head to Head

The first meeting of the season was in Portland, where the Timbers defeated LAFC 2-1. Velde and substitute Kelsy scored for the hosts, while Terry netted for LAFC.

LAFC vs. Portland Timbers Predictions

LA’s offensive potential is simply too good for them not to score in three games in a row. On the other hand, the Timbers play reckless football, both scoring and allowing goals, therefore, both teams to net and over 2.5 hits is the best pick here.

• Free MLS Pick: Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals