Columbus vs. Portland Prediction, Picks and Odds

Dimers' prediction and analysis for the Columbus vs. Portland MLS match on February 21, 2026 includes win probabilities and picks for the biggest betting markets. Get Dimers Pro for full access.
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Score Summary
ColumbusCLB
F. Mora (14')
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Antony (20')
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A. Lassiter (88')
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W. Abou Ali (6')
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D. Rossi (44')
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Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Portland
    100.0%
  • Draw
    0.0%
  • Columbus
    0.0%
Win Probability
Match Timeline
  1. 90'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Portland Timbers: I. Smith replaces K. Velde
  2. 88'
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    Goal scored for Portland Timbers by A. Lassiter
    2-3
  3. 84'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Portland Timbers: K. Miller replaces A. Bonetig
  4. 84'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Portland Timbers: J. Ortiz replaces Antony
  5. 82'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: J. Thiare replaces W. Abou Ali
  6. 82'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: D. Gazdag replaces H. Picard
  7. 73'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: Y. Cheberko replaces R. Camacho
  8. 73'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: S. Bangoura replaces T. Habroune
  9. 73'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Portland Timbers: A. Lassiter replaces G. Guerra
  10. 73'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Portland Timbers: K. Kelsy replaces F. Mora
  11. 58'
    Yellow Card
    W. Abou Ali (Columbus Crew) cautioned
  12. 44'
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    Goal scored for Columbus Crew by D. Rossi
    2-2
  13. 29'
    Yellow Card
    B. Bye (Portland Timbers) cautioned
  14. 25'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: A. Sejdic replaces D. Chambost
  15. 20'
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    Goal scored for Portland Timbers by Antony, assisted by C. Bassett
    1-2
  16. 14'
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    Goal scored for Portland Timbers by F. Mora
    1-1
  17. 6'
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    Goal scored for Columbus Crew by W. Abou Ali
    1-0

Columbus vs. Portland: Match prediction & analysis

Match overview

  • Teams: Columbus vs. Portland
  • Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
  • Time: 10:30 PM ET
  • Venue: Providence Park

Current betting odds

  • Moneyline: Columbus +145, Portland +185, draw +280
  • Total (Over/Under): 2.5 goals (-190/+140)

Dimers' win & correct score probabilities

  • Columbus: 39.9%
  • Portland: 36.3%
  • Draw: 23.9%

These probabilities are generated using Dimers' MLS data model, which predicts the most likely outcomes for all major betting markets.

Most likely correct score: Columbus 1-1 Portland (10.8%)

Correct score projections are based on expected scoring patterns. A team can have a higher chance of winning overall, even if the single most likely scoreline is a draw or narrow result.

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Who will win Columbus vs. Portland? Prediction & correct score

Columbus is the most likely winner of this match with a win probability of 39.9%.

The most likely correct score is Columbus 1-1 Portland.

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