Portland can move level on points with Western Conference rival Seattle when the MLS rivals clash in Oregon on Saturday.
Seattle returns to the MLS grind on Saturday with a trip to Portland, with the Sounders hoping to end a run of five straight losses and improve their standing in the Western Conference’s playoff positions. Seattle enjoyed a positive start to the campaign but has seen its form fall off a cliff in recent months, with things failing to improve since the club return to club duties following the World Cup 2026 break. Portland has enjoyed a far more successful return to action and is undefeated in three since the World Cup interval came to an end, which includes a dominant 5-1 win over Seattle.
How to Watch Timbers vs Sounders Today
Game Date: August 1, 2026
Start Time: 10:30 p.m. ET
Location: Providence Park, Portland, Oregon
TV: FOX Deportes, FOX Sports 1
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Portland’s last outing ended in a 2-1 win over a strong Real Salt Lake side, where the Oregon hosts had to come from behind following Juan Manuel Sanabria’s early opener.
Morgan Guilavogui’s dismissal helped reverse the flow of the game before Timbers forward Felipe Mora scored twice in 11 minutes, heading home the decider from a Kristoffer Velde corner:
Only a fortnight has passed since the Timbers hammered five past the Sounders in their comeback clash, with high hopes of replicating that result on home soil this time around.
Kevin Kelsy netted two in that recent encounter (but is now out due to injury), along with finishes from Kamal Miller, Cole Bassett and Alexander Aravena.
It’s worth noting Seattle boasts a game in hand over Portland, meaning that even if the Sounders lose this weekend, they’ll have a future opportunity to reclaim their points advantage.
However, Brian Schmetzer’s side are in need of some momentum being rescued soon to avoid their season going into full meltdown mode amid a raft of injuries affecting selection.
The absences of players like Jordan Morris, Nikola Petkovic, Alexander Roldan and Cristian Roldan are clearly affecting results, while Jackson Ragen is suspended for this clash.
What Time Is the Timbers vs Sounders game On?
The Timbers vs Sounders game is on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:30 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some scintillating soccer action.
What Channel Is Timbers vs Sounders On?
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