Matchday: Friday, June 14, 2025
Kickoff Time: 7:30 PM PT / 10:30 PM ET
Venue: Providence Park, Portland, OR
Broadcast: Apple TV – MLS Season Pass
Overview: Portland Timbers vs. San Jose Earthquakes – Western Conference Battle
The Portland Timbers (4th in the Western Conference) host the San Jose Earthquakes (8th in the West) in a crucial MLS regular-season matchup at Providence Park. Portland enters the game on a two-match winning streak, while San Jose is looking to bounce back after a 2-1 loss to St. Louis City. Both teams are fighting for playoff positioning, with Portland aiming to extend their home dominance and San Jose seeking to break their winless streak at Providence Park.
Portland Timbers: Home Fortress & Offensive Momentum
Portland has been strong at home, collecting at least a point in eight of their last nine matches at Providence Park. Their recent 2-1 victory over St. Louis City showcased their attacking depth, with Antony and David Ayala finding the back of the net.
Key Players to Watch:
Antony – 14 goal involvements in 17 matches; scored in the last two games
David Ayala – Midfield engine; scored the winner vs. St. Louis
Maxime Crepeau – Veteran goalkeeper; crucial in Portland’s defensive stability
Injury Report:
Out: Jonathan Rodriguez (lower body), Zac McGraw (back)
Possible Returns: Finn Surman, Ariel Lassiter (international duty)
San Jose Earthquakes: Seeking Redemption on the Road
San Jose has been exciting but inconsistent, scoring the most goals in the Western Conference (34) but struggling defensively. Their eight-match unbeaten run was snapped by St. Louis, and they’ve conceded four stoppage-time goals this season.
Key Players to Watch:
Cristian Espinoza – 4 goals, 7 assists; midfield playmaker
Josef Martínez – 7 goals this season; second behind Arango
Rodrigues – Defensive anchor; must contain Portland’s attack
Injury Report:
Out: Cristian Arango (muscle), DeJuan Jones (calf), Niko Tsakiris, Noel Buck, Bruno Wilson (leg injuries)
Head-to-Head: Timbers vs. Earthquakes
All-Time Record: Portland leads (22 wins, 8 losses, 11 draws)
Last Meeting: San Jose 1-0 Portland (US Open Cup, May 2025)
At Providence Park: Portland has won the last five home matches vs. San Jose
Tactical Breakdown & Prediction
Portland will look to control possession and exploit San Jose’s defensive vulnerabilities, while the Earthquakes aim to counter with their high-scoring attack. The midfield battle between Ayala and Espinoza will be key, and set pieces could prove decisive.
MATCH ODDS
Portland Timbers – 120 Draw + 295 San Jose Earthquakes + 260
Over 3.5 + 105 Under 3.5 – 130
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 12, 2025
