MLS: Houston vs. Portland Picks — Timbers to Extend Unbeaten Sequence? (Sep 20)

A fascinating clash in the race for a playoff spot in the Western Conference is set for this weekend. You can find out Houston vs. Portland picks here.

The Timbers come into this round having avoided defeat in each of their last three MLS matches. They were 2-1 winners against the NY Red Bulls last weekend to move up to sixth in the conference standings.

Houston remain in playoff contention at this late stage of the campaign, and they are just two points adrift of the top nine. However, the Dynamo will be aiming to get back on track after failing to win in their last two.

Houston vs. Portland Overview

Odds

Houston vs. Portland Head-to-Head Record

The Timbers have avoided defeat in their last two matches against the Dynamo. That includes a 3-1 success in the previous encounter between the sides in March.

Houston Team News

Jose Artur de Lima Junior will be suspended this weekend after being sent off last Saturday. Duane Holmes could replace the midfielder in Texas this weekend.

Possible Lineup

Bond (GK); Andrade, Carlos, Sviatchenko, Dorsey; McGlynn, Holmes, Bassi; Ponce, Lingr, Ennali

Portland Team News

The Timbers will likely name an unchanged line up this weekend following an excellent 2-1 success against the Red Bulls in their previous fixture.

Possible Lineup

Pantemis (GK); Mosquera, Surman, Zuparic, Fory; Ayala, Ortiz; Rojas, Velde, Antony; Mora

Houston vs. Portland Picks

This could be an informative clash in the race for a playoff place in the Western Conference this season. However, based on the form of both teams and their head-to-head advantage, it could be challenging to overlook the visitors when making Houston vs. Portland picks.