Portland vs Salt Lake Predictions

Portland vs Salt Lake is scheduled for kick off on 17 July, at 02:30. The game is set to take place at Providence Park, with Alexis Da Silva officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Portland currently holding the 8th position in the table 3 points ahead of Salt Lake. Portland have won 1 US Major League Soccer match against Salt Lake out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent loss to San Diego, Portland is determined to redeem themselves. Portland have won 9 of their last 19 US Major League Soccer matches at Providence Park. Salt Lake's away record stands at 3 victories from 18 games. Following their 3-1 loss to Portland, Salt Lake is determined to bounce back with a win against Portland.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Portland have scored over 1.5 goals in 74% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 82% of games. Their total stands at 41 goals and 167 shots on target this US Major League Soccer season. Meanwhile, Salt Lake have scored 38 goals with 163 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 71% of matches but conceded in 80% of games.

In their last 3 head-to-head clashes, Portland scored 3 goals while Salt Lake scored 2 goals. Their last match on 23 October 2025 ended in 3-1 to Portland.