Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 23:00 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers |
|---|---|
| Competition | Major League Soccer |
| Date | Sunday, 17 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 23:00 BST |
| Venue | Chase Stadium |
Match Prediction: Inter Miami 1-0 Portland Timbers
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 29 May 2022 |  Inter Miami vs  Portland Timbers |
2 – 1 | Chase Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 03 Oct 2021 | Portland Timbers vs Inter Miami |
1 – 0 | Providence Park |
Inter Miami come into this with the stronger recent scoring numbers, having hit four against Toronto and three away at Colorado Rapids, but they have also shown they can be opened up, as seen in the 3-4 loss to Orlando City. Portland Timbers have been more mixed, with a 6-0 win over Sporting KC offset by two away defeats in their last five, so their level has varied quite a bit. With no xG data available, the clearest read is that Inter Miami’s attacking quality should give them the edge at Chase Stadium.
Portland Timbers have enough in their recent results to suggest they can compete, especially with wins away at San Diego and at home to Los Angeles FC, but their away form has not been as reliable. Inter Miami’s home results have been less secure than their away ones, yet they still look the more consistent side overall across the five-game sample. Match Prediction: Inter Miami 1-0 Portland Timbers
Form Guide & Team Overview
Inter Miami
Inter Miami’s recent league form shows three wins, one draw and one loss across their last five, which is a solid return overall. They have scored in every one of those matches, including a 4-2 win at Toronto and a 3-2 win at Colorado Rapids, but the 3-4 home defeat to Orlando City shows they are not always tight at the back.
The draw with New England and the 2-0 win at Real Salt Lake add to a run that has generally been productive. Based on the results provided, Inter Miami look capable of creating chances regularly, even if their defensive record has been less stable in some games.
Inter Miami Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 9 May 2026 |  Toronto vs Inter Miami |
2 – 4 | W | BMO Field |
| Major League Soccer | 2 May 2026 | Inter Miami vs  Orlando City |
3 – 4 | L | Chase Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 25 Apr 2026 | Inter Miami vs  New England |
1 – 1 | D | Chase Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 23 Apr 2026 |  Real Salt Lake vs Inter Miami |
0 – 2 | W | America First Field |
| Major League Soccer | 18 Apr 2026 |  Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami |
2 – 3 | W | Sports Authority Field at Mile High |
Portland Timbers
Portland Timbers’ recent league form is also three wins and two losses from their last five, so the results have been fairly balanced. Their standout scoreline is the 6-0 home win over Sporting KC, while the away wins at San Diego and the home win over Los Angeles FC show they can get results against different types of opposition.
The two away defeats to Real Salt Lake and Minnesota United suggest their level drops on the road compared with their stronger home displays. On the data provided, Portland Timbers look capable of scoring and winning games, but their away consistency is the main question.
Portland Timbers Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 10 May 2026 | Portland Timbers vs  Sporting KC |
6 – 0 | W | Providence Park |
| Major League Soccer | 2 May 2026 | Real Salt Lake vs Portland Timbers |
2 – 0 | L | America First Field |
| Major League Soccer | 26 Apr 2026 |  San Diego vs Portland Timbers |
1 – 2 | W | Snapdragon Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 19 Apr 2026 |  Minnesota United vs Portland Timbers |
2 – 0 | L | Allianz Field |
| Major League Soccer | 11 Apr 2026 | Portland Timbers vs  Los Angeles FC |
2 – 1 | W | Providence Park |
Team News & Injury Report
Inter Miami
- Rodrigo De Paul (Leg Injury)
Portland Timbers
- Juan Mosquera (Ankle Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Inter Miami (4-3-3)
Predicted lineup: Dayne St. Clair (Goalkeeper), Facundo Mura (Defender), Gonzalo Luján (Defender), Micael (Defender), Noah Allen (Defender), TBC (Midfielder), Telasco Segovia (Midfielder), Yannick Bright (Midfielder), Germán Berterame (Attacker), Lionel Messi (Attacker), Luis Suárez (Attacker)
Inter Miami’s predicted 4-3-3 should give them a strong attacking platform, with Germán Berterame, Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez offering direct threat in the final third. The midfield balance around Telasco Segovia and Yannick Bright should help them keep enough control to feed the front line.
Portland Timbers (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: James Pantemis (Goalkeeper), Brandon Bye (Defender), Finn Surman (Defender), Jimer Fory (Defender), Kamal Miller (Defender), Antony (Midfielder), Cole Bassett (Midfielder), David Da Costa (Midfielder), José Luis Caicedo Barrera (Midfielder), Kristoffer Velde (Midfielder), Kevin Kelsy (Attacker)
Portland Timbers’ predicted 4-2-3-1 gives them a compact base with two midfielders protecting the back four and supporting transitions. With Antony, David Da Costa and Kristoffer Velde behind Kevin Kelsy, they should have enough runners to break forward if they can win the ball cleanly.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Inter Miami | Portland Timbers | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Inter Miami | Portland Timbers | Germán Berterame against Brandon Bye could be important if Inter Miami look to attack the space on that side. |
| Inter Miami | Portland Timbers | Telasco Segovia against Antony may shape midfield control, with both players likely involved in linking play. |
| Inter Miami | Portland Timbers | Germán Berterame is key for Inter Miami because his role in the front three gives them another direct goal threat. |
| Inter Miami | Portland Timbers | Kevin Kelsy is key for Portland Timbers because he is the main attacking reference in their 4-2-3-1. |
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