Toronto FC 3-0 Portland Timbers

Current streaks

Recent form

Toronto FC

Toronto FC's recent form has been particularly poor, with the team currently languishing in 14th position in the league table. The Reds have endured a difficult run, losing four of their last six matches, including a three-game losing streak against Nashville SC, Philadelphia Union, and Charlotte FC. However, their most notable performance came in a stunning 6-1 away victory over CF Montréal, which stands out as an exceptionally high-scoring game amidst their otherwise lacklustre results. Despite this impressive win, Toronto FC have struggled defensively, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last six matches. Their goal difference remains neutral, having scored and conceded an equal number of goals (9) over this period, with an average of 3 goals per game across all their recent fixtures. Interestingly, both teams have scored in two-thirds of these matches, highlighting Toronto FC's defensive vulnerabilities whilst also demonstrating their ability to find the back of the net consistently.

Portland Timbers

Portland Timbers have shown mixed form in their recent matches, with two wins, two draws, and two losses in their last six games. The Timbers have managed to maintain a respectable 4th position in the league table, accumulating 30 points from 18 games. Notably, their goal difference is perfectly balanced at 0, having scored and conceded 6 goals in their last 6 matches. The team's defensive record is consistent, conceding an average of 1 goal per game, but they have failed to keep a clean sheet in this period. Low-scoring affairs have been a trend, with 67% of their recent matches seeing under 2.5 goals. Despite the lack of high-scoring games, both teams have found the net in two-thirds of the Timbers' recent fixtures, suggesting competitive encounters. The Timbers' current form shows signs of improvement, with back-to-back wins against St. Louis CITY and Colorado Rapids following a brief dip that saw consecutive losses to Orlando City and San Jose Earthquakes in league and cup competitions, respectively.

Recent home/away form

Toronto FC

Toronto FC's recent home form has been particularly poor, with the club experiencing a concerning run of four consecutive defeats before their most recent draw against New York Red Bulls. The Reds have struggled to find the back of the net, scoring just five goals in their last six home matches, with an average of 0.83 goals per game. Defensively, they've also been vulnerable, conceding eight goals during this period. Their only victory in this stretch came against DC United, where they managed to keep their sole clean sheet. Interestingly, two-thirds of their recent home games have seen fewer than 2.5 goals, suggesting a trend towards lower-scoring affairs at BMO Field. Despite their struggles, Toronto FC have managed to score in four of their last six home matches, indicating they're still posing some threat to opposing defences.

Portland Timbers

Portland Timbers have been struggling for consistency in their recent away fixtures, with their last six matches yielding two wins, one draw, and three losses. The Timbers are currently experiencing a two-game losing streak on the road, having fallen to both Orlando City and San Jose Earthquakes by identical 1-0 scorelines. Their away form has been marked by some high-scoring affairs, particularly their 4-1 defeat to San Jose Earthquakes and their impressive 4-2 victory over LA Galaxy. Despite their fourth-place position in the league, the Timbers' away record shows vulnerability, conceding an average of 1.67 goals per game whilst scoring 1.33. Their inability to keep clean sheets, managing only one in their last six away matches, coupled with a negative goal difference of -2, suggests room for improvement in their defensive organisation on their travels.