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Portland Timbers vs Minnesota United Fc

Providence Park, Portland20 July 2025 at 03:30
Referee: Ricardo Fierro

Match Events

Portland Timbers
Minnesota United FC
Kick Off
VAR
37′Penalty cancelled
Half Time
46′
N. RomeroM. Boxall
46′
C. HarveyW. Trapp
A. LassiterG. Guerra
56′
61′
B. HlongwaneA. Markanich
71′
J. PereyraK. Yeboah
D. AyalaD. Chara
74′
F. MoraK. Kelsy
74′
75′
J. RosalesO. Gene
77′
A. Markanich

assist: J. Gressel

C. ParedesO. Fernandez
86′
O. Fernandez

assist: J. Mosquera

90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal4
10Shots off Goal7
14Total Shots16
0Blocked Shots5
12Shots insidebox9
2Shots outsidebox7
13Fouls15
6Corner Kicks3
0Offsides1
64%Ball Possession36%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
567Total passes327
491Passes accurate260
87%Passes %80%
1.68expected_goals0.63
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Portland Timbers is 7.02, compared to 6.72 for Minnesota United FC. 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 Minnesota United FC's best-rated player is J. Pereyra (7.33).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Portland Timbers have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by A. Lassiter (2G). Minnesota United FC's starters account for 2 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by M. Duggan (1G). 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 3 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Minnesota United FC's 5-man backline averaging 6.73. 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 4 midfielders averaging 7.42, versus Minnesota United FC's 4 rated 6.70. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.79, compared to 1 for Minnesota United FC averaging —. 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 89% for Portland Timbers and 86% for Minnesota United FC. 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Minnesota United FC. 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 25.7 (youngest: F. Surman (22), oldest: F. Mora (32)), while Minnesota United FC average 25.9 (youngest: N. Romero (22), oldest: J. Gressel (32)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 9 for Minnesota United FC. 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 Timbers3-4-2-15-4-1Minnesota United FC
GKDEFMIDFWD
16Crepeau20Surman13Zuparic27Fory29Mosquera24Ayala17Paredes23Smith30Moreno7Lassiter9Mora97St.Clair24Gressel28Diaz23Duggan5Romero8Rosales21Hlongwa.67Harvey17Lod26Pereyra14Oluwase.

Substitutes

Coach: Philip John Neville

Substitutes

Coach: Eric Ramsay

Portland TimbersPosition StrengthMinnesota United FC
7.02
Avg Rating
6.72
6.87Defender (3 v 5)6.73
0G 1A1G 1A
7.42Midfielder (4 v 4)6.70
1G 1A1G 4A
6.79Forward (3 v 1)
3G 1A0G 0A
Portland Timbers3-4-2-1
16GoalkeeperM. Crepeau
20DefenderF. Surman7.21A
13DefenderD. Zuparic
27DefenderJ. Fory6.6
29MidfielderJ. Mosquera8.21G1A
24MidfielderD. Ayala
17MidfielderC. Paredes
23MidfielderI. Smith6.6
30ForwardS. Moreno
7ForwardA. Lassiter7.02G1A
9ForwardF. Mora6.61G
Minnesota United FC5-4-1
97GoalkeeperD. St.Clair
24DefenderJ. Gressel6.4
28DefenderJ. Diaz6.91A
23DefenderM. Duggan6.71G
5DefenderN. Romero7.0
8DefenderJ. Rosales
21MidfielderB. Hlongwane6.5
67MidfielderC. Harvey6.3
17MidfielderR. Lod
26MidfielderJ. Pereyra7.31G4A
14ForwardT. Oluwaseyi

Match Summary

Portland Timbers and Minnesota United FC drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by A. Markanich 77′, O. Fernandez 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Portland Timbers had 64% possession while Minnesota United FC held 36%. Portland Timbers had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Minnesota United FC. Expected goals: Portland Timbers 1.68 — Minnesota United FC 0.63. Portland Timbers made 4 substitutions, Minnesota United FC made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Morris Duggan 37′).

Rivalry since 2017

Portland Timbers vs Minnesota United FC Head to Head Results

19 stretnutí
Portland Timbers
5
wins
Drawn
3
Minnesota United FC
11
wins
Total goals
64 · 3.4/match
Both scored
13/19 · 68%
Over 2.5
12/19 · 63%

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