MLS: Portland Timbers vs. Real Salt Lake Picks — Timbers to Bounce Back to Winning Ways? (Jul 16)

The Portland Timbers were handed a setback in their playoff push last time out, as they were beaten on the road by St. Louis.

That was the team’s second defeat in three matches, but this week’s clash with Real Salt Lake provides an opportunity to get their season back on track.

However, Real Salt Lake will take confidence from their recent form after winning each of their previous two and avoiding defeat in their last three in the MLS.

Portland Timbers vs. Real Salt Lake Overview

Odds

Portland Timbers vs. Real Salt Lake Head-to-Head Record

Draws have been a common outcome when these sides have collided in recent years. Three of the last five meetings have ended level, which includes a 0-0 tie earlier this season.

Portland Timbers Team News

The Timbers have a number of injury issues ahead of this clash. Antony, Ariel Lassiter, and Jonathan Rodriguez have all been ruled out. Zac McGraw is also unavailable.

Possible Lineup

M. Crepeau (GK); D. Zuparic, F. Surman, K. Miller, J. Mosquera, J. Ortiz, D. Ayala, J. Fory, S. Moreno, D. Costa, K. Kelsy

Real Salt Lake Team News

Javain Brown is still missing for the visitors due to a knee injury. Zac MacMath and Matthew Bell are also injured.

Possible Lineup

R. Cabral (GK); N. Caliskan, J. Glad, S. Junqua, A. Katranis, B. Ojeda, P. Ruiz, D. Goncalves, Z. Gozo, D. Luna, W. Agada

Portland Timbers vs. Real Salt Lake Picks

The Portland Timbers will be without a number of important first-team stars for this clash, and that would be a concern against an in-form rival.

Therefore, the strong trend of draws when these sides collide could be worth taking a chance on in the MLS on Wednesday evening.