Football Result

Felipe Mora 8' Pen, 66'
Santiago Moreno 42'
Olivier Giroud 45'
David Martínez 64'
Denis Bouanga 90' Pen


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
37.6%
27.3%
35.2%
We were not sure. Balanced game was expected.
Power Comparison in the League
0.501
0.622
Game Stats
Goals
3
3
Shots on Target
3
9
Shots
10
19
Possession
38.9%
61.1%
Fouls
12
12
Yellow Cards
4
4
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
2
7
Offsides
1
4
Saves
6
0
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
4-3-3


Location
Providence Park, Portland, Oregon
2025-04-20 | Game Summary

In a thrilling MLS encounter at Providence Park, the Portland Timbers and LAFC battled to a 3-3 draw on April 19, 2025. The game saw a flurry of goals, with Felipe Mora scoring twice for the Timbers, including an early penalty, and Santiago Moreno adding another. LAFC responded with goals from Olivier Giroud, David Martínez, and a late penalty from Denis Bouanga to secure a point. LAFC dominated possession with 61.1%, but the Timbers were clinical in their finishing. The match was intense, with both teams committing 12 fouls and receiving 4 yellow cards each.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored a Portland Timbers win, which proved incorrect, highlighting the unpredictable nature of soccer. The AI model correctly anticipated a balanced game. Considering the current form, Portland has been inconsistent at home, while LAFC struggles to maintain consistency in away games, making their upcoming matches unpredictable.
Looking at their previous games, Portland had been on a good run of form, winning three of their last five, while LAFC had a mixed bag of results, including losses in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The Timbers' recent win against Sporting Kansas City showed their attacking prowess, while LAFC's loss to Inter Miami CF exposed their defensive vulnerabilities. The Timbers' next match is away against LA Galaxy, who have been struggling recently, while LAFC will host St. Louis CITY SC, who are also experiencing a poor run of form.
Historically, matches between Portland and LA Galaxy have been closely contested, suggesting another tight affair is in prospect. Similarly, LAFC's recent encounters with St. Louis CITY SC have been competitive, indicating another challenging match for LAFC. The previous head-to-head games between Portland Timbers and LAFC reveal a history of high-scoring affairs, with the teams often trading blows. This game continued that trend, delivering an exciting and dramatic draw for the fans in attendance.

2025-04-18 | Pre-game insights

On April 19, 2025, Providence Park will host a thrilling MLS match between the Portland Timbers and LAFC. According to advanced AI predictions, the Portland Timbers are favored to win, despite LAFC having a slightly higher team rate. However, the home team win probability is only 37.6% compared to LAFC's 35.2%, with a 27.3% chance of a draw, signaling a potentially tight contest. The Timbers have been in good form lately, with a recent dominant victory over Sporting Kansas City (4-2) and wins against Houston Dynamo and Colorado Rapids. Keep an eye on their star forward, whose clinical finishing has been instrumental in their recent success. LAFC, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from recent defeats in both the MLS and the Concacaf Champions Cup. Their key midfielder will need to be at his creative best to unlock the Timbers' defense. History shows a mixed bag between these two, so expect fireworks in Portland. The Timbers' recent home record could give them the edge predicted by the AI.

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
Portland Timbers
W D W W D
LAFC
W L L W L