St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers: probable lineups, odds and Same Game Parlay picks for this MLS game. Explore the betting angle and standout odds here.
Jade Griffiths - October 28, 2026, 4:37 PM EDT
7 minutesSt. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Game Preview
Competition | Major League Soccer |
|---|---|
Game Date | Wednesday, October 28, 2026 |
Game Time | 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | St. Louis, Energizer Park |
St. Louis City raise a U.S. Open Cup banner at Energizer Park on Wednesday night, then try to snap a sliding run against a Portland Timbers side scrapping for a playoff berth.
Yoann Damet's side sit third in the Western Conference and have already clinched a playoff spot. The worry is a recent dip, with only one point from their last three outings.
Portland snapped a seven-game winless streak with a weekend win over Charlotte FC. They sit four points behind LA Galaxy for the West's final postseason spot, with a game in hand.
St. Louis City edge the previous meetings with two wins to Portland's one, and ties have been common. The implied probability points toward goals again on Wednesday.
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Recent Results
St. Louis City have won 5 of their last 10 games, though the picture turned messy after a first-half red card sank them at Real Salt Lake. They did secure the U.S. Open Cup on penalties against Columbus Crew. Rafael Navarro leads the attack, finding the net 5 times across his last 8 MLS outings.
Portland have won just 2 of their last 10 games. The defense is the issue, having conceded multiple goals in 8 of their last 10 Major League Soccer games. The weekend win over Charlotte FC eased the pressure, with Kristoffer Velde still the main spark down the left.
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
St. Louis City: K. Hiebert (Injured/out), B. McSorley (Injured/out), P. Ault (Injured/out), T. Ostrák (Suspended)
Portland Timbers: B. Bye (Injured/out), Z. McGraw (Injured/out), J. Mosquera (Injured/out), A. Bonetig (Injured/out)
St. Louis City
The headline for this matchup is Tomás Ostrák's absence, as he serves a one-game suspension after his red card against Real Salt Lake. Yoann Damet could recall Mykhi Joyner and Dante Polvara, while Carlo Holse is set to start alongside Rafael Navarro up front.
Portland Timbers
One change looks likely here, with midfielder Cole Bassett in line for a recall. Finn Surman and Hunter Sulte returned from injury on Sunday, trimming the Portland injury list to four players.
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Predicted Lineup
St. Louis City
Formation: 3-4-1-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: R. Bürki; F. Fall, T. Baumgartl, J. Orozco; R. Santos, C. Durkin, D. Polvara, M. Joyner; S. Becher; C. Holse, R. Navarro
Portland Timbers
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: J. Pantemis; R. Hernández, K. Miller, J. Waterman, J. Fory; E. Izoita, C. Bassett; A. Lassiter, D. d. Costa, K. Velde; V. Janssen
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Key Stats & Game Facts
- St. Louis City have received 2+ cards in 5 of their last 5 games vs Portland Timbers (Major League Soccer).
- St. Louis City have scored 2+ goals in 8 of their last 10 games (Major League Soccer).
- Kristoffer Velde has attempted 4+ shots in 3 of his last 3 appearances (Major League Soccer).
- Cole Bassett has assisted in 2 of his last 3 appearances vs St. Louis City (Major League Soccer).
- Portland Timbers have had 7+ corners in 3 of their last 4 games vs St. Louis City (Major League Soccer).
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our prediction is a St. Louis City win in a wide-open game. The moneyline has the hosts at +100 (Polymarket), an implied probability right around even money, and that is the right side. Their clinical finishing and width down the flanks should cause real problems for a Portland side that struggles to stop opponents creating looks, while Rafael Navarro and Carlo Holse give them the sharper edge up top. Portland can find the net, but St. Louis have more ways to hurt you at Energizer Park.
Best Picks
Over 2.5 goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. St. Louis City have seen over 2.5 goals in 10 of their last 11 MLS games. This one sits near the top of our picks list for a reason: St. Louis City have cleared that mark in each of their last 5 outings against Portland in all competitions, and a projected total of 3.27 goals backs it up.
Yes in the Both Teams To Score market. Both sides should find the net in an open game. It fits the same high-scoring picture, with a 63.87% projection for both sides finding the net. Portland's wide attack carries enough punch to trouble a St. Louis back line that struggles to protect a lead, so a clean sheet at either end looks unlikely.
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Same Game Parlay
This Same Game Parlay leans on the home attack: Carlo Holse shots, Rafael Navarro on target, a goal-heavy total and Holse to find the net.
Carlo Holse Over 3.5 in the Player Shots market. He has reached four-plus shots in each of his last four MLS appearances, and Portland give up plenty of looks.
Rafael Navarro Over 0.5 in the Player Shots On Target market. He has hit the target in all eight of his MLS appearances this stretch, making this the anchor leg.
Over 3.5 in the Total Goals Over/Under market. St. Louis City have gone over that mark 7 times across their last 10 games, and both defenses carry clear weaknesses.
Carlo Holse in the Anytime Goalscorer market. He has found the net in 3 of his past 5 outings and is set to start alongside Navarro, so the looks will be there.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Talking Points
The big question is whether Kristoffer Velde can carry Portland through a tough road assignment. He leads the Timbers in both goals and assists this season, but the visitors have managed just two away wins all year. Watch the dead balls too. Portland are dangerous from direct free kicks, and defending set pieces is a soft spot for St. Louis City. If the hosts keep their discipline after a costly red card last time out, their attack is good enough to make home field count.
St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Predictions FAQs
When is the St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers Major League Soccer game?
The game kicks off at 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
Where is St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers being played?
The game is being played at Energizer Park in St. Louis.
What are the probable lineups for St. Louis City vs Portland Timbers?
Probable St. Louis City starters include R. Bürki, T. Baumgartl and R. Navarro, with a 3-4-1-2 formation listed. Probable Portland Timbers starters include J. Pantemis, K. Miller and V. Janssen, with a 4-2-3-1 formation listed.
What recent form do St. Louis City bring into this game?
St. Louis City have scored 2+ goals in 8 of their last 10 games, and were beaten 3-0 away by Real Salt Lake in their most recent outing.
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