MLS · Sunday, 08/11/2026 · 01:00
Austin FC vs Portland Timbers Prediction, Tips & Odds
Team pages: Austin FC · Portland Timbers
Full time 0-2 · Tip “Over 2.5 goals” lost
Odds as of: Sa 07/11 · 16:26 · Odds may change before kick-off · 18+ · not betting advice
On Sunday (8 November, 01:00), Austin host Portland Timbers.
The situation: Austin want to stay near the top – Portland Timbers have won 3 games in a row
Portland Timbers are in position 17 with 43 points, ahead of the hosts (34 points, position 26). Goal difference: 42-63 for Austin, 60-61 for Portland Timbers. Austin are 18 points off a wildcard (per conference) place. Portland Timbers are 6 points off a wildcard (per conference) place.
Form guide Austin: Still winless at home
Recent home defeats came against Real Salt Lake (1-2), Vancouver Whitecaps (1-2) and Nashville (1-4). Austin picked up no wins from their last 5 home games, averaging 1.4 goals scored and 2.4 conceded.
Form guide Portland Timbers: Inconsistent on the road
On the road, Portland Timbers recently played 3-2 at St. Louis City, 0-2 at LA Galaxy and 3-3 at Sporting Kansas City. Record in the last 5 away games: 1 win, 1 draw, 3 defeats, 8-12 goals. Portland Timbers scored in 4 of those 5 games.
Austin at home, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Portland Timbers away, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Head-to-head: Rarely many goals
Record in the last 3 meetings: 1 win for Austin, 1 win for Portland Timbers, 1 draw. There were only 1.3 goals per game on average. Their last meeting ended 1-2 (Portland Timbers vs Austin, 30/08/2026).
- 30/08/2026 Portland Timbers – Austin FC 1-2
- 05/04/2025 Austin FC – Portland Timbers 0-0
- 02/03/2025 Portland Timbers – Austin FC 1-0
Injuries and suspensions
Austin are without: Jon Bell (abdominal injury).
Portland Timbers are without: Juan Mosquera (ankle injury), Brandon Bye (knee injury), Alex Bonetig (shoulder injury), Zac McGraw (back problems), Trey Muse (head injury).
Late absences on matchday may not be included yet.
MLS table
| Pos | Team | P | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Orlando City | 34 | 63-78 | 46 |
| 16 | LA Galaxy | 33 | 49-55 | 44 |
| 17 | Portland Timbers | 33 | 60-61 | 43 |
| 18 | Colorado Rapids | 33 | 46-47 | 43 |
| 19 | Seattle Sounders | 33 | 42-45 | 43 |
| 24 | Toronto FC | 34 | 52-67 | 39 |
| 25 | San Diego FC | 33 | 57-62 | 38 |
| 26 | Austin FC | 33 | 42-63 | 34 |
| 27 | Atlanta United | 34 | 43-60 | 33 |
| 28 | DC United | 34 | 39-61 | 33 |
Austin vs Portland Timbers odds
Portland Timbers are slight favourites: an away win pays 1.62, a draw 4.30, a home win 4.00. Over 2.5 goals is priced at 1.30.
Odds as of: Sa 07/11 · 16:26
| Bet | Odds | implied by odds | our view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin to win | 4.00 | 23% | 31% |
| Draw | 4.30 | 21% | 22% |
| Portland Timbers to win | 1.62 | 56% | 47% |
| Double chance 1X | 2.15 | 44% | 53% |
| Double chance X2 | 1.13 | 77% | 69% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.06 | 86% | 84% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.30 | 70% | 66% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 3.10 | 30% | 34% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.75 | 52% | 46% |
| Under 3.5 goals | 1.90 | 48% | 54% |
“Implied by odds”: the probability contained in the odds (without the bookmaker margin). “Our view”: the odds and our statistical model combined.
Betting tip & prediction: Austin vs Portland Timbers
In short: We are backing Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.30. Our score prediction: 2-1. We put the chance at around 66%. The odds reflect that quite accurately, so this tip is no bargain.
For
- 4 of Austin’s last 5 home games produced three or more goals.
- For Portland Timbers away it was 4 of 5.
Against
- Head-to-head meetings have been low-scoring: 1 of 3 with three or more goals.
- Austin are without 1 player.
- Portland Timbers are missing 5 players.
Tip: Over 2.5 goals · Odds 1.30 · Prediction 2-1 · Risk medium
FAQ: Austin vs Portland Timbers
When do Austin play Portland Timbers?
Kick-off is on Sunday, 08/11/2026, at 01:00 (MLS).
Who are the favourites in Austin vs Portland Timbers?
Portland Timbers are favourites: an away win pays 1.62, a home win 4.00.
What is the tip for Austin vs Portland Timbers?
Our tip is Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.30. We expect a 2-1. Risk: medium.
How did recent meetings between Austin and Portland Timbers go?
Record in the last 3 meetings: 1 win for Austin, 1 win for Portland Timbers, 1 draw. There were only 1.3 goals per game on average. Their last meeting ended 1-2 (Portland Timbers vs Austin, 30/08/2026).
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