| Match Summary | |
| Match | Seattle Sounders FC vs Portland Timbers |
| Tournament | MLS |
| Date | Thursday, July 16, 2026 |
| Time | 10:30 PM (ET) / 7:30 PM (PT) |
| TV Channels | – |
| Live Stream | Apple TV |
How to watch Seattle Sounders FC vs Portland Timbers in the USA
Apple TV will be the exclusive home for fans eager to watch this marquee showdown live from beginning to end.
This matchup will stream live only on Apple TV, where exclusive coverage brings every moment from kickoff to the final whistle.
Can I watch Seattle Sounders FC vs Portland Timbers for free?
Viewers across the United States can watch this match live on Apple TV, which is offering a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
The offer lets viewers enjoy the match at no initial cost before deciding whether to continue with a subscription after the free trial ends.
Match Preview: What’s at stake?
The Western Conference playoff race continues as the Seattle Sounders look to protect their postseason spot against the Portland Timbers. Seattle sits sixth with 24 points but could fall out of the playoff places with a loss.
Portland, meanwhile, is last in the conference with 14 points, yet trails the final play-in spot by only six points, making this a crucial opportunity. With valuable points on the line for both sides, this matchup should be fiercely contested.
Kristoffer Velde of Portland Timbers – Soobum Im/Getty Images
Seattle Sounders FC vs Portland Timbers: Predicted Lineups
Seattle Sounders FC (4-2-3-1): Andrew Thomas; Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, Kee-Hee Kim, Jackson Ragen, Nouhou Tolo; Hassani Dotson, Peter Kingston, Albert Rusnák; Jesús Ferreira, Paul Rothrock, Jordan Morris.
Portland Timbers (4-3-3): James Pantemis; Brandon Bye, Finn Surman, Kamal Miller, Jimer Fory; Joao Ortiz, David Costa, Cole Bassett; Kristoffer Velde, Kevin Kelsy, Antony.
What time is the Seattle Sounders FC vs Portland Timbers match?
The match kicks off today, July 16, at 10:30 PM (ET). For viewers in different regions of the United States, here are the local start times:
Eastern Time: 10:30 PM
Central Time: 9:30 PM
Mountain Time: 8:30 PM
Pacific Time: 7:30 PM
