Last Updated on March 14, 2024 3:13 pm by Erwin Noguera
We have many remarkable matches this weekend on the MLS, and we can’t wait to see one featuring two interesting Western Conference teams. This Saturday night, we are focusing on the leaders of the Western Conference, Portland Timbers, as they visit Houston Dynamo trying to continue their unbeaten run.
The locals had a positive run last season but have been unable to carry it to this one. However, they were facing international competition.
The Timbers didn’t feature in the last postseason, but they want to recover this campaign and have started well.
When and Where?
Saturday, March 16th, 8:30 pm ET at the Shell Energy Stadium
Moneyline odds:
Houston Dynamo 1.89
Portland Timbers 3.96
Draw Offs:
3.7
Where can I watch it?
ESPN/Star+ and MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Why Bet on the Houston Dynamo?
Houston has had a rough start to their season, being winless in their first two matches and carrying a negative GD of -1. However, they also have a game less than more teams, so a win could put them back on track quickly.
Whatever the case, they have a difficult challenge against a team showing an aggressive approach.
Against Sporting KC, it was a draw without many things to talk about. In the second game, they fell victim to another team that wants to be a protagonist following a poor 2023: NY Red Bulls.
In the Concacaf Champions Cup, they got rid of St. Louis City in the first round, a team that had a massive fall from grace following an excellent regular season in their debut. However, they later encountered one of the best MLS sides, Columbus Crew, and got eliminated.
Why Bet on the Portland Timbers?
On the opposite side, we have Portland Timbers, who come into this clash leading the scoreboard with two victories and a single draw. Their GD is also pretty positive, with eight goals in favor and four against.
They started the season obliterating the Colorado Rapids 4-1 at home. However, on the same ground, they were stopped in their horses by a stubborn DC United. In the last game, they took care of another team in disgrace, NYC FC.
As they are not participating in international competitions, their full focus should be on positively reaching the postseason. The last time they faced the Houston Dynamo, it was a 3-1 loss, a defeat lapidary for their Wild-Card hopes.
Final Betting Analysis: Houston Dynamo vs. Portland Timbers
These two teams have faced 30 times since the Timbers entered the MLS in 2011. In that span, the Dynamo won eight times, the now visitors got eleven triumphs, and eleven matches ended in a draw. As said before, the last time they faced in this stadium, it was a 3-1 local victory.
Houston has not found its pace this season, and they have to deal with the international competition tiredness, having a not-so-deep squad. It’s clear, at least so far, that they didn’t reinforce well in the market and will suffer the consequences again. The visitors will get a 1-2 victory.
Go for the Timbers at 3.96. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $296 for a total payout of $396.
Houston Dynamo vs. Portland Timbers Betting Pick: Portland Timbers
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