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Minnesota United Fc vs Portland Timbers

Allianz Field, Saint Paul31 August 2025 at 01:30
Referee: Jair Antonio Maruffo

Match Events

Minnesota United FC
Portland Timbers
Kick Off
43′
F. CarballoD. Chara
Half Time
J. DiazC. Harvey
61′
J. RosalesJ. Gressel
61′
61′
K. KelsyF. Mora
61′
M. RojasD. Pereira da Costa
K. YeboahM. Dieng
77′
79′
N. Romero

Own Goal

83′
J. MosqueraE. Miller
83′
K. VeldeI. Smith
R. Lod

assist: W. Trapp

85′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal6
2Shots off Goal5
9Total Shots16
1Blocked Shots5
7Shots insidebox8
2Shots outsidebox8
13Fouls7
4Corner Kicks6
3Offsides1
42%Ball Possession58%
3Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves5
387Total passes546
318Passes accurate474
82%Passes %87%
1.45expected_goals1.55
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Minnesota United FC is 6.86, compared to 7.10 for Portland Timbers. 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. Minnesota United FC's highest-rated starter is J. Pereyra (7.33), while Portland Timbers's best-rated player is J. Mosquera (8.20).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Minnesota United FC have contributed 13 goals and 6 assists this season, led by K. Yeboah (8G). Portland Timbers's starters account for 11 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by K. Kelsy (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Minnesota United FC deploy 5 defenders rated 6.81 on average, against Portland Timbers's 4-man backline averaging 7.31. 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

Minnesota United FC field 3 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Portland Timbers's 4 rated 6.58. 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

Minnesota United FC start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.04, compared to 2 for Portland Timbers averaging 6.96. 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 82% for Minnesota United FC and 84% for Portland Timbers. 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

Minnesota United FC's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Portland Timbers. 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 Minnesota United FC's starting XI is 27.4 (youngest: N. Romero (22), oldest: M. Boxall (37)), while Portland Timbers average 23.9 (youngest: K. Kelsy (21), oldest: J. Pantemis (28)). 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

Minnesota United FC's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 10 for Portland Timbers. 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.

Minnesota United FC5-3-24-4-2Portland Timbers
GKDEFMIDFWD
97St.Clair21Hlongwa.28Diaz15Boxall5Romero13Markani.17Lod20Trapp8Rosales26Pereyra9Yeboah41Pantemis29Mosquera20Surman13Zuparic27Fory35Rojas24Ayala33Carballo11Antony19Kelsy99Velde

Substitutes

Coach: Eric Ramsay

Substitutes

Coach: Philip John Neville

Minnesota United FCPosition StrengthPortland Timbers
6.86
Avg Rating
7.10
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.29
0G 0A0G 0A
6.81Defender (5 v 4)7.31
4G 2A1G 2A
6.73Midfielder (3 v 4)6.58
0G 0A1G 1A
7.04Forward (2 v 2)6.96
9G 4A9G 3A
Minnesota United FC5-3-2
97GoalkeeperD. St.Clair
21DefenderB. Hlongwane6.5
28DefenderJ. Diaz6.91A
15DefenderM. Boxall6.7
5DefenderN. Romero7.0
13DefenderA. Markanich7.04G1A
17MidfielderR. Lod
20MidfielderW. Trapp6.7
8MidfielderJ. Rosales
26ForwardJ. Pereyra7.31G4A
9ForwardK. Yeboah6.88G
Portland Timbers4-4-2
41GoalkeeperJ. Pantemis7.3
29DefenderJ. Mosquera8.21G1A
20DefenderF. Surman7.21A
13DefenderD. Zuparic
27DefenderJ. Fory6.6
35MidfielderM. Rojas
24MidfielderD. Ayala
33MidfielderF. Carballo
11MidfielderAntony6.61G1A
19ForwardK. Kelsy6.95G2A
99ForwardK. Velde7.04G1A

Match Summary

Minnesota United FC and Portland Timbers drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by N. Romero 79′ (o.g.), R. Lod 85′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Minnesota United FC had 42% possession while Portland Timbers held 58%. Minnesota United FC had 9 shots (6 on target) compared to 16 (6 on target) for Portland Timbers. Expected goals: Minnesota United FC 1.45 — Portland Timbers 1.55. Minnesota United FC made 3 substitutions, Portland Timbers made 5.

Rivalry since 2017

Minnesota United FC vs Portland Timbers Head to Head Results

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

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