Which team is cheaper to watch: Philadelphia Union or Portland Timbers?

Philadelphia Union and Portland Timbers are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Philadelphia Union vs Portland Timbers gap exist?

Portland Timbers typically needs 2 services versus 2 for Philadelphia Union, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Philadelphia Union vs Portland Timbers

Which team costs more to watch?

MLS

Philadelphia Union

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

Cheaper

MLS

Portland Timbers

$13

/mo

2 services · $129/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Portland Timbers usually asks for 2 services versus 2 for Philadelphia Union. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Philadelphia Union ranks #21 in MLS and sits right at the league average. Portland Timbers ranks #22 in MLS and sits right at the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: PHILADELPHIA for Philadelphia Union and PORTLAND, OR for Portland Timbers.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
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