Vancouver Whitecaps (7-6-4) travel to face off against Portland Timbers (6-7-6) on Sunday, June 23rd. This match will be played at Providence Park in Portland, OR. Portland Timbers is coming off a win in their previous match, while Vancouver Whitecaps will be looking to get back on track from a loss to the Portland Timbers. The match is scheduled for 10:30 PM ET.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Portland Timbers
Vancouver Whitecaps Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
The Vancouver Whitecaps were on the road in their last match, taking on the New England Revolution. Despite the +185 money line payout and the match going for a total of five goals, Vancouver came up just short, losing by a score of 3-2.
Going into the match, the over/under line was set at 2.5 goals, which the over hit with ease. The Whitecaps’ offense took a total of 14 shots and eight shots on goal. Ryan Gauld was the most productive player, scoring both goals and taking three total shots.
On the defensive end, Vancouver’s back line allowed a total of 19 shots and seven shots on goal. Goalie Yōhei Takaoka finished with four saves and allowed three goals. The club’s defenders had just one block while the offense had four interceptions.
The Vancouver Whitecaps are looking to get back on track after going just 2-3-1 in their last six matches. Overall, they are 7-6-4, which has them in 6th place in the Western Conference. They have been favored in nine matches, going 4-3-2, while going 3-3-2 as the underdog. After this match, they will return home to take on St. Louis City SC on June 30th. In their last match, they lost to the New England Revolution on June 15th.
Portland Timbers Is Coming Off A Win
The Portland Timbers will be looking to build off their 2-1 win over the San Jose Earthquakes. This win came on the road and despite the over/under line being just 3.5 goals, which was slightly lower than the four combined goals.
For the match, the offensive attack for the Timbers took a total of 15 shots, four of which found the target. Evander and Jonathan Rodriguez were the two players to score, with Evander also picking up the assist on Rodriguez’s score.
On the defensive end, the Timbers allowed just two shots on goal, with one of these finding the net. James Pantemis finished with one save and kept the San Jose offense scoreless in the second half.
The Portland Timbers are set to take on the Vancouver Whitecaps in a home match. So far this season, the Timbers have played 19 matches and have a record of 6-7-6, which has them sitting in 7th place in the Western Conference. Over their last five matches, the Timbers have gone 3-0-2, and they will look to continue their strong play before their next match on June 30th vs. Minnesota United FC.
Vancouver Whitecaps Offense Breakdown
The Vancouver Whitecaps have scored 1.5 goals per match this season, which is 13th in the MLS. They have scored more than their season average in three straight matches. Ryan Gauld is the top scorer for the Whitecaps and is 12th in the MLS with nine goals. He also leads the team in shots on goal, with 17, which is 29th in the league.
Portland Timbers Offense Breakdown
Portland’s offense has been one of the most efficient in MLS this season, as they are fourth in the league in goals scored at 1.7 per match. Felipe Mora has been their top scorer, finding the back of the net eight times, which is 16th in MLS. Jonathan Rodríguez has also been a key contributor, as he is 25th in the league in shots on goal and has scored seven goals. Evander has been the team’s top playmaker, as he is fifth in MLS in assists and has also scored eight goals.
Vancouver Whitecaps Defense Breakdown
Heading into their match against the Portland Timbers, the Vancouver Whitecaps’ defense is coming off a match where they gave up three goals to the New England Revolution, who have the worst offense in the league. Overall, they are 11th in goals allowed this season, giving up 1.3 goals per match. Yōhei Takaoka is the team’s top goalkeeper, and he is 15th in clean sheets this season with four. However, he is 14th in saves, and the Whitecaps’ defense is 24th in blocked shots and 17th in interceptions. Over their last seven matches, they have given up an average of 1.7 goals per match.
Portland Timbers Defense Breakdown
The Portland Timbers’ defense has been struggling this season, as they are currently 25th in goals allowed per match (1.7). However, they have been playing better of late, allowing just one goal in their last match against the San Jose Earthquakes. They have also had a couple of clean sheets this season, including one against St. Louis City SC. Overall, they are 18th in interceptions and 25th in blocked shots. Goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau is 26th in saves and has yet to record a clean sheet this season.
Vancouver Whitecaps vs Portland Timbers Prediction
Given that both teams come in with top-five shooting percentages in the MLS, we have this one ending in a 1-1 draw between the Whitecaps and Timbers. Jonathan Rodriguez is our top projected goal scorer for the match, and he has been given a +205 payout to score. As for Vancouver, Fafa Picault is our top projected goal scorer. Coming into the match, the Whitecaps are 11th in goals allowed, compared to the Timbers, who are 25th.
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Last updated:June 24, 2024 Portland Timbers, Vancouver Whitecaps FC