Inter Miami returns to MLS action on Sunday night as they host the Portland Timbers at Nu Stadium in South Beach.
The Herons go into the tournament after a 5-3 win on the road at FC Cincinnati on Wednesday, a result that lifted them into second place in the Eastern Conference standings.
Meanwhile, Portland is held to 2-2 by CF Montreal and currently sits in 12th place in the Western Conference after an inconsistent start to the campaign.
Miami continues to embrace a fearless attacking approach under interim manager Angel Guillermo Hoyos, with goals flowing freely at both ends of the pitch.
The Herons have scored three or more goals in each of their last three MLS games, but have compensated by conceding 12 times in all of those games.
Another win this weekend would give Miami its longest winning streak of the season and secure its first MLS win at Nu Stadium.
After 12 league games, the Timbers have collected five fewer points than they managed in the same category last season, and have not won against an Eastern opposition team since the beginning of 2025.
Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers team news
Inter Miami is expected to be without Tadeo Allende due to a knee problem, while Noah Allen remains a doubt with an adductor injury.
Lionel Messi starred in the win over Cincinnati in midweek, while Mateo Silvetti and German Berterame also found the net.
Luis Suarez is expected to continue leading the line alongside Messi in attack.
For Portland, Omir Fernandez is the biggest injury concern after suffering a foot problem.
Kevin Kelsy and Cole Bassett both scored against Montreal and are likely to keep their spots in the starting lineup.
Expected lineup for Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers
Inter Miami: St. Claire; Fray, Falcon, Micael, Reguilon; De Paul, Bright, Segovia; Messi, Suarez, Berterame
Portland Timbers: Pantemis; Bye, Surman, Miller, Fory; Caicedo, Da Costa, Bassett; Antony, Kelsy, Velde
Where to watch Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers: TV channel, live streaming
The game will be available to watch live on the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
Kick-off is scheduled for 11:00pm BST on Sunday.
Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers stats
- Inter Miami has scored 12 goals in its last three MLS games
- Miami has scored at least twice in all but one league game this season
- Portland has failed to win back-to-back MLS games in 2026
- The Timbers have won every away league game this campaign
- Portland has yet to pick up a point against the Florida-based MLS club
Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers prediction
Miami’s attacking fire continues to carry them games, and with Messi in excellent form, the Herons will fancy their chances against a Portland side that has struggled defensively away from home.
Prediction: Inter Miami 3-2 Portland Timbers
