Having already qualified for the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs, find out where the Timbers can end up in postseason seeding
It's MLS Decision Day this Saturday as the Portland Timbers host San Diego FC at Providence Park. Kickoff, presented by Providence, is 6pm PT with a broadcast available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
The Timbers, who have clinched a spot in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs, have one game remaining in the regular season to determine their postseason seeding. Here are scenarios of where Portland could end up and who their opponent might be.
If Portland defeats San Diego on Saturday …
- The Timbers earn the 7th seed in the Round One Best-of-3 Series and will play either LAFC or Minnesota if one of them win
- If both win, the Timbers will play LAFC
- If neither LAFC or Minnesota win, the Timbers will play San Diego
If Portland draws San Diego …
- The Timbers earn the 7th seed in the Round One Best-of-3 Series and will play San Diego or LAFC
- In this case, if LAFC wins at Colorado, the Timbers will play LAFC
- If LAFC draws or loses at Colorado, the Timbers will play San Diego
If Portland loses to San Diego and Dallas draws or loses at Vancouver …
- The Timbers earn the 7th seed in the Round One Best-of-3 Series and will play San Diego
If Portland loses to San Diego and Dallas wins at Vancouver …
- The Timbers earn the 8th seed and will host the Wild Card Match versus Colorado, Real Salt Lake or San Jose
