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The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another round of matches this week as San Jose Earthquakes take on Portland Timbers at Providence Park on Wednesday. Both teams have struggled this season and have a point to prove in this fixture.
San Jose Earthquakes are in 13th place in the MLS Western Conference standings and have not been at their best this season. The Earthquakes edged Colorado Rapids to a 3-2 victory in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this week.
Portland Timbers, on the other hand, are rooted to the bottom of the league table and have been in poor form over the past year. The Timbers slumped to a 2-1 defeat against Seattle Sounders in their previous game and will need to bounce back this week.
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Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes Head-to-Head
Portland Timbers have an impressive record against San Jose Earthquakes and have won 20 out of the 38 matches between the two teams. San Jose Earthquakes have managed seven victories against the Timbers and will need to improve their record in this fixture.
Portland Timbers form guide: L-L-L-D-D
San Jose Earthquakes form guide: W-W-W-D-L
Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes Team News
Portland Timbers
Claudio Bravo and Miguel Araujo are struggling with their fitness and might not feature in this game. Marvin Loria is currently injured and has been ruled out of this game.
Injured: Marvin Loria
Doubtful: Claudio Bravo, Miguel Araujo
Suspended: None
San Jose Earthquakes
Jackson Yueill has recovered from his illness and should be available for selection this week. James Thomas Marcinkowski and Daniel remain injured, however, and will not be included in the squad.
Injured: James Thomas Marcinkowski, Daniel
Doubtful: None
Suspended: None
Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes Predicted XI
Portland Timbers Predicted XI (4-3-3): Crepeau; Eric Miller, Kamal Miller, Zuparic, Mosquera; Paredes, Chara, Rodriguez; Moreno, Antony, Mora
San Jose Earthquakes Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Story; Munie, Valdez, Rodrigues, Akapo; Tsakiris, Gruezo; Pellegrino, Lopez, Espinoza; Ebobisse
Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes Prediction
San Jose Earthquakes have shown marked improvement this month and have managed to win their last three matches in all competitions. Jeremy Ebobisse and Cristian Espinoza can be effective on their day and will look to make their mark in this fixture.
Portland Timbers have been a shadow of their former selves so far and are in desperate need of a shot in the arm. San Jose Earthquakes are in better form and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Portland Timbers 1-2 San Jose Earthquakes
