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2026 is truly a momentous year for women's sports in the Rose City.
2026 also marks the first year where the state
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Thorns' Season Ends In DC
Only one or two moments can determine the outcome of an entire season in the beautiful game. A pair of costly mistakes against the Washington Spirit was the difference between a 2-0
Thorns Refuse To Let Up, Advance To Semis With 1-0 Win
Red smoke clouded the north end of the field as the Rose City Riveters roared. The Portland Thorns fought tooth and nail to play a post-season match at Providence Park, and they
Thorns Clinch Home Playoff Game In 2-0 Decision Day Win
The 2025 season has been an unusual one for the three-time NWSL champion Portland Thorns. The roster's been plagued with injuries, the franchise's superstar attacking duo was both
Portland Celebrates One Legend, Another Carries The Thorns To Victory
The Portland Thorns started Saturday night by honoring one of the sport's biggest icons in Christine Sinclair. Over the course of the next couple of hours, Sinclair watched from the stadium