← All predictions

Major League Soccer

Portland Timbers vs Colorado RapidsAI tip, prediction & stats

AI is analysing form, standings and head-to-head…

Pre-match stats

per game · last 5 matches
Portland TimbersStatColorado Rapids
1.8Goals scored1.4
2.4Goals conceded2
4.2Match goals3.4
4/5Over 2.53/5
4/5Both scored3/5
0/5Clean sheets1/5
1.8xG for1.67
1.59xG against1.06
6.4Corners won5.4
4Corners conceded4.4
10.4Match corners9.8
1Yellow cards2.6
3.4Match cards3.4
4.2Shots on target4.6
8.2Fouls17.2

Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids: key players and team news

Portland Timbers

Top scorers this season

  • Kevin Kelsy9 goals
  • Kristoffer Velde8 goals
  • Ariel Lassiter4 goals

Highest rated this season

  • Kristoffer Velde7.38 rating
  • David Da Costa7.30 rating
  • Kevin Kelsy7.06 rating

Out or doubtful

  • Zac McGrawInjury · Late October 2026
  • José CaicedoInjury · Mid October 2026
  • Brandon ByeInjury · Early October 2026
  • Juan MosqueraInjury · Early October 2026

Colorado Rapids

Top scorers this season

  • Paxten Aaronson7 goals
  • Darren Yapi3 goals
  • Donavan Phillip2 goals

Highest rated this season

  • Paxten Aaronson7.37 rating
  • Nicholas Hansen6.98 rating
  • Lucas Herrington6.97 rating

Out or doubtful

  • Zack SteffenInjury · Early October 2026
  • Mamadou Billo DiopInjury · Early October 2026
  • Theodore Ku-DiPietroInjury · Mid October 2026

Season stats and team news update until kickoff. A predicted lineup is a forecast, not the announced team.

Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids stats & preview

Portland Timbers have won 1, drawn 1 and lost 3 of their last 5 matches. Colorado Rapids have won 1, drawn 2 and lost 2 of their last 5 matches.

Portland Timbers score 1.8 and concede 2.4 goals per game across their last 5 matches. By expected goals, Portland Timbers create 1.8 xG per game and allow 1.6. 4 of Portland Timbers's last 5 matches had over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 4. Colorado Rapids score 1.4 and concede 2 goals per game across their last 5 matches. By expected goals, Colorado Rapids create 1.7 xG per game and allow 1.1. 3 of Colorado Rapids's last 5 matches had over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 3.

On corners, Portland Timbers win 6.4 per game and Colorado Rapids 5.4. On discipline, Portland Timbers pick up 1 yellow cards per game and Colorado Rapids 2.6.

In their last 6 meetings, Portland Timbers won 4, Colorado Rapids won 2 and 0 ended level, with 3.3 goals per game on average.

In the league table, Portland Timbers are 10 of 15 with 32 points, and Colorado Rapids are 8 with 36.

The AI tip for Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids is published up to seven days before kickoff — check back closer to the match.

Standings · Major League Soccer

#TeamPWDLGoalsPts
8Colorado Rapids271131338-3836
10Portland Timbers27951348-5132

More MLS predictions →

Head to head

  • 2026-02-28Colorado Rapids2 - 0Portland Timbers
  • 2025-05-29Portland Timbers2 - 1Colorado Rapids
  • 2025-03-23Colorado Rapids0 - 3Portland Timbers
  • 2024-09-15Colorado Rapids2 - 1Portland Timbers
  • 2024-08-02Portland Timbers4 - 0Colorado Rapids
  • 2024-02-25Portland Timbers4 - 1Colorado Rapids

Frequently asked questions

What is the prediction for Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids?

The AI tip for Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids is published up to seven days before kickoff — check back closer to the match.

When is Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids?

Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids kicks off on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 2:30 AM at Providence Park.

What are the standings of Portland Timbers and Colorado Rapids?

In the league table, Portland Timbers are 10 of 15 with 32 points, and Colorado Rapids are 8 with 36.

What is the head-to-head record between Portland Timbers and Colorado Rapids?

In their last 6 meetings, Portland Timbers won 4, Colorado Rapids won 2 and 0 ended level, with 3.3 goals per game on average.

Will both teams score in Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids?

Both teams scored in 4 of Portland Timbers's last 5 matches and in 3 of Colorado Rapids's last 5.

Who are the key players in Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids?

Portland Timbers's top scorers this season: Kevin Kelsy (9 goals), Kristoffer Velde (8 goals), and Ariel Lassiter (4 goals). Colorado Rapids's top scorers this season: Paxten Aaronson (7 goals), Darren Yapi (3 goals), and Donavan Phillip (2 goals).

Who is injured or suspended for Portland Timbers vs Colorado Rapids?

Portland Timbers: Zac McGraw (injury), José Caicedo (injury), Brandon Bye (injury), and Juan Mosquera (injury). Colorado Rapids: Zack Steffen (injury), Mamadou Billo Diop (injury), and Theodore Ku-DiPietro (injury).