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Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake

Providence Park, Portland23 October 2025 at 03:30
Referee: Guido Gonzales Jr

Match Events

Portland Timbers
Real Salt Lake
Kick Off
24′
35′
39′
J. Glad

assist: D. Goncalves

Half Time
46′
N. CaliskanE. Eneli
65′
V. OlatunjiW. Agada
65′
Z. GozoRwan Cruz
D. AyalaC. Paredes
78′
AntonyA. Lassiter
78′
78′
B. OjedaJ. Barea
K. Miller

assist: A. Lassiter

82′
D. Pereira da CostaJ. Ortiz
86′
F. MoraK. Kelsy
86′
88′
D. YedlinJ. Russell
K. VeldeO. Fernandez
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal7
1Shots off Goal8
12Total Shots22
3Blocked Shots7
11Shots insidebox12
1Shots outsidebox10
14Fouls15
7Corner Kicks6
2Offsides3
48%Ball Possession52%
0Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves5
466Total passes520
386Passes accurate443
83%Passes %85%
1.83expected_goals1.10
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Portland Timbers is 6.96, compared to 7.03 for Real Salt Lake. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Portland Timbers's highest-rated starter is J. Mosquera (8.20), while Real Salt Lake's best-rated player is D. Luna (7.58).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Portland Timbers have contributed 8 goals and 5 assists this season, led by K. Velde (4G). Real Salt Lake's starters account for 8 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by D. Luna (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Portland Timbers deploy 4 defenders rated 7.13 on average, against Real Salt Lake's 4-man backline averaging 6.69. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Portland Timbers field 5 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Real Salt Lake's 5 rated 7.38. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Portland Timbers start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 1 for Real Salt Lake averaging 6.73. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 86% for Portland Timbers and 81% for Real Salt Lake. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Portland Timbers's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Real Salt Lake. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Portland Timbers's starting XI is 26.9 (youngest: F. Surman (22), oldest: D. Chara (39)), while Real Salt Lake average 26.6 (youngest: Z. Gozo (18), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Portland Timbers's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 9 for Real Salt Lake. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Portland Timbers4-2-3-14-2-3-1Real Salt Lake
GKDEFMIDFWD
41Pantemis29Mosquera20Surman4Miller27Fory21Chara24Ayala11Antony10Costa99Velde9Mora1Cabral2Yedlin15Glad4Vera98Katranis6Ojeda92Caliskan72Gozo8Luna10Goncalv.17Olatunji

Substitutes

Coach: Philip John Neville

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni

Portland TimbersPosition StrengthReal Salt Lake
6.96
Avg Rating
7.03
7.26Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.27
0G 0A0G 0A
7.13Defender (4 v 4)6.69
1G 2A0G 1A
6.80Midfielder (5 v 5)7.38
6G 3A7G 6A
6.63Forward (1 v 1)6.73
1G 0A1G 0A
Portland Timbers4-2-3-1
41GoalkeeperJ. Pantemis7.3
29DefenderJ. Mosquera8.21G1A
20DefenderF. Surman7.11A
4DefenderK. Miller6.6
27DefenderJ. Fory6.6
21MidfielderD. Chara7.0
24MidfielderD. Ayala
11MidfielderAntony6.51G1A
10MidfielderD. Pereira da Costa6.81G2A
99MidfielderK. Velde6.94G
9ForwardF. Mora6.61G
Real Salt Lake4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRafael Cabral7.3
2DefenderD. Yedlin6.6
15DefenderJ. Glad6.91A
4DefenderB. Vera
98DefenderA. Katranis6.6
6MidfielderB. Ojeda
92MidfielderN. Caliskan7.32A
72MidfielderZ. Gozo7.33G3A
8MidfielderD. Luna7.64G1A
10MidfielderD. Goncalves
17ForwardV. Olatunji6.71G

Match Summary

Portland Timbers defeated Real Salt Lake 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by F. Mora 24′, F. Mora 35′, J. Glad 39′, K. Miller 82′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Portland Timbers had 48% possession while Real Salt Lake held 52%. Portland Timbers had 12 shots (8 on target) compared to 22 (7 on target) for Real Salt Lake. Expected goals: Portland Timbers 1.83 — Real Salt Lake 1.10. Portland Timbers made 5 substitutions, Real Salt Lake made 5.

Rivalry since 2012

Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Head to Head Results

42 stretnutí
Portland Timbers
14
wins
Drawn
11
Real Salt Lake
17
wins
Total goals
129 · 3.1/match
Both scored
23/42 · 55%
Over 2.5
26/42 · 62%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 44 v 2020

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026