The Portland Timbers' 2023 season hasn't gone as planned, with the team near the bottom of MLS' Western Conference standings. However, Leagues Cup 2023 gives Soccer City USA a way to salvage their season.
However, if Portland is going to advance, they'll need a favorable result against Club Tigres. The Incomparables are the reigning LIGA MX champions after winning the Clausura 2023 season and will be a challenging opponent to secure a draw or win.
Portland comes in with positive confidence ahead of facing Club Tigres after a 2-0 win over San Jose Earthquakes. If the Timbers can beat the Mexican team, they will already be in the knockout phase.
Which clubs make up Group West 1?
Club Tigres is the favorite to win Group West 1, considering their status as one of the top clubs in Mexico. The Incomparables have yet to win Leagues Cup, so they might be going all in to lift even more silverware this year.
In addition to Portland Timbers and Club Tigres, the draw for Leagues Cup 2023 included another Major League Soccer franchise in Group West 1, San Jose Earthquakes.
Luchi Gonzalez's side started the international competition with a loss against Portland Timbers.
Kick-off time and where to watch Club Tigres vs. Portland Timbers
The LIGA MX and MLS clash will kick off on July 26, starting at 11:00 pm ET (9:00 pm in Mexico City). The game in the United States and Mexico will be broadcast on Apple TV +.
Possible lineups:
Portland Timbers: David Bingham, Juan Mosquera, Eric Miller, Dario Zuparic, Claudio Bravo, Victor Griffith, Diego Chara, Cristhian Paredes, Marvin Loria, Franck Boli, and Nathan Fogaca
Club Tigres: Nahuel Guzman, Jesus Angulo, Guido Pizarro, Diego Reyes, Javier Aquino, Fernando Gorriaran, Rafael Carioca, Juan Pablo Vigon, Luis Quinones, Nicolás Ibánez, and Raymundo Fulgencio
