Portland Timbers defeat Minnesota United FC 5-4: Match Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Sep 5, 2026 · MLS · Minnesota United FC 4, Portland Timbers 5
Portland Timbers beat Minnesota United FC 5-4 on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Providence Park. The match went over the closing total of 3.5, with 9 goals combined.
Minnesota United FC vs. Portland Timbers final score and match recap
Portland Timbers led 3-2 at halftime. The second half was even at 2-2.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Marcus Caldeira (Minnesota United FC): 2 goals.
- Anthony Markanich (Minnesota United FC): 1 goal.
- Vincent Janssen (Portland Timbers): 3 goals.
- Kristoffer Velde (Portland Timbers): 1 goal.
Did Minnesota United FC vs. Portland Timbers go over or under the goals total?
The match went over: 9 goals combined against a closing total of 3.5, over by 5.5. 5 of the 9 goals came in the first half.
Minnesota United FC vs. Portland Timbers odds: sportsbook value and line movement
Shortly before kickoff, the consensus three-way moneyline had Minnesota United FC at +156, the draw at +264 and Portland Timbers at +146. With the bookmaker's margin removed, that made it Minnesota United FC 36%, the draw 26% and Portland Timbers 38%. Portland Timbers won as the favorite at +146: $146 profit on a $100 bet.
Minnesota United FC and Portland Timbers betting trends: 2026 season
This result left Minnesota United FC with 7 wins, 8 draws and 8 losses in the 2026 season. Their matches went over the closing total 12 times and under 11 times.
This result left Portland Timbers with 9 wins, 4 draws and 10 losses in the 2026 season. Their matches went over the closing total 12 times and under 11 times.
What's next for Minnesota United FC and Portland Timbers?
Next for Minnesota United FC: FC Dallas at home on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Next for Portland Timbers: St. Louis CITY SC at home on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.