MLS: Seattle vs. Portland Picks — Out Of Form Rivals Collide at Lumen Field (Oct 4)

It has been a mixed period for both the Seattle Sounders and Portland Timbers, but despite a poor run of form, both remain in the top seven spots in the Western Conference.

The Seattle Sounders secured their playoff spot a few weeks ago, but they have failed to win in their four MLS matches since winning the Leagues Cup final against Inter Miami.

The Timbers sit in the final qualification spot for the first round, and they hold a four-point advantage over eighth-place Colorado. However, they have failed to win in their last three matches.

Seattle vs. Portland Overview

Odds

Seattle vs. Portland Head-to-Head Record

Each of the last two matches between these sides have ended in 1-1 draws. That includes a tie in the latest encounter between the teams in May. Overall, Portland are unbeaten in their last three against the Sounders.

Seattle Team News

The Sounders will once again rotate their starting eleven ahead of the playoffs this weekend. Last time out, they played out a 2-2 draw against the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Possible Lineup

Frei (GK); Roldan, Gomez, Ragen, Tolo; Brunell, Roldan; Ferreira, Rusnak, Rothrock; Morris

Portland Team News

The Timbers will be aiming for a return to form on Saturday following a 2-2 draw against FC Dallas in their previous fixture.

Possible Lineup

Pantemis (GK); Mosquera, Surman, Zuparic, Miller; Rojas, Ayala; Antony, Costa, Velde; Mora

Seattle vs. Portland Picks

Close encounters are typically expected when these sides collide. Based on the recent form of both teams, another low scoring affair could be likely on Sunday. Therefore, there could be plenty of appeal on the draw when making Seattle vs. Portland picks.