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• Trinity Rodman marks return with game-winning goal

Trinity Rodman’s first appearance since April ended with the U.S. women’s national team star playing the hero for the Washington Spirit. Rodman came off the bench to score the winning goal as Washington defeated the Portland Thorns 2-1 at Audi Field. The USWNT attacker had been sidelined for the past four months due to frequent ... Read more...2025
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• Rodman back for Spirit in 1st game since April 12
Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman returned to the field for the first time in nearly four months on Sunday in Washington's game against the Portland Thorns....2025
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• Sources: Coffey has Thorns extension through '27
USWNT midfielder Sam Coffey signed a contract extension with the Portland Thorns last year to tie her to the NWSL club through the 2027 season, sources told ESPN....2025
• Castellanos: 'Uncertainty' over travel ban 'scary'
Portland Thorns and Venezuela women's national team forward Deyna Castellanos said she does not know when it will be safe for her to travel outside of the United States due to uncertainty around potential travel bans to the U.S....2025
• USA's Sophia Wilson (née Smith) expecting child
United States and Portland Thorns FC star Sophia Wilson (née Smith) is expecting her first child, the NWSL team announced on Wednesday....2025
• Thorns lose Weaver, Payne, Müller for season
Portland Thorns forward Morgan Weaver will miss the upcoming National Women's Soccer League season because of a right knee injury....2025

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2025
• Who should make the US women’s Olympic soccer roster?

Photo by Erin Chang/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images for USSF We discuss who comprises the best roster to be on the plane to Paris. The United States Women’s National Team are roughly one month away from their opening match against Zambia in the 2024 Olympics, and one of the biggest decisions of the summer is coming up. It is expected that USWNT head coach Emma Hayes will release her roster o...2024
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• Coffey injured as USWNT Olympic selection nears

United States women's national team midfielder Sam Coffey is out for the Portland Thorns' match on Sunday due to an ankle injury, with just over a month remaining until the start of the Olympics....2024
• Arrowheadlines: Reportedly, L’Jarius Sneed’s contract demands are blocking a trade

Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Monday, March 18 The latest NFL Trade Rumors: Colts, Titans Among Top Teams Targeting Chiefs’ L’Jarius Sneed | Bleacher Report An issue for both has been Sneed’s contract demands, as the 27-year-old reportedly has a price that is “too high.” He is currently set to stay in Kansas City on the franchise tag. Sneed has 303 career...2024
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• Thorns down Gotham in NWSL Cup shootout
The Portland Thorns won the NWSL Challenge Cup tournament on a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw with Gotham on Saturday....2021
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• NWSL MATCH RECAP | Portland Thorns FC 0, Houston Dash 0
2015

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• Thorns FC defeat University of Portland 4-0 in preseason match
2015
• Houston Dash re-sign midfielder Brittany Bock
2014

2025
"team defender and Hall of Famer Jeff Agoos was named the new president of soccer operations and general manager for the Portland Thorns on Tuesday."

2024
"USWNT forward Sophia Smith has signed a new contract with the Portland Thorns making her the highest-paid player annually in the NWSL."

2023
"Angel City FC has acquired the top pick in next week's NWSL draft in a three-team trade involving the Portland Thorns and NY/NJ Gotham FC."

2022
"Portland Thorns owner Merritt Paulson and Chicago Red Stars owner Arnim Whisler are stepping away from decision-making roles with their NWSL clubs."

2021
"Olivia Moultrie, 15, has signed a three-year deal with the Portland Thorns of the National Women's Soccer League, the club announced on Wednesday."

2020
"All 22 starters from the North Carolina Courage and Portland Thorns, along with reserves from both teams, knelt during the national anthem Saturday."

2019
"NWSL PRESEASON MATCH RECAP | Portland Thorns FC 2, Chicago Red Stars 1"

2018
"Houston Dash acquire Savannah Jordan from Portland Thorns FC"

2017
"Portland Thorns FC clinch home playoff game with 1-0 road win at Boston Breakers"

2015
"– Portland Thorns FC forward Alex Morgan and midfielder Tobin Heath were named to the 23-player U."

2014
"– Portland Thorns FC forward Alex Morgan and midfielder Tobin Heath have been named to the U."

• Sources: Coffey has Thorns extension through '27
2025
• USWNT's Smith signs record NWSL contract

2024

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• Arrowheadlines: Reportedly, L’Jarius Sneed’s contract demands are blocking a trade
2024

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• Sinclair re-signs with Thorns for one more year

Christine Sinclair, the world's top international goal scorer among both women and men, will play one more season for her club team, the Portland Thorns....2024
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• Angel City get NWSL No. 1 pick, eye Thompson

2023
• Sources: Bid to be submitted for NWSL's Thorns

An investor group is set to submit a formal offer to Portland Thorns owner Merritt Paulson in a bid to acquire a majority stake in the NWSL team....2022
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• Thorns FC's Nadine Angerer named to Germany Women's National Team roster for 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup
2015
• Thorns FC's Steph Catley named to Australia Women's National Team roster for 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup
2015
• Thorns FC's Jodie Taylor named to England Women's National Team Roster for 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup
2015
• Thorns FC's Christine Sinclair, Kaylyn Kyle, Rhian Wilkinson named to Canada's roster for 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup
2015

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• Sophia Smith scores first NWSL hat trick in Thorns victory over Current
The Portland Thorns won their second match of the 2023 NWSL season in style, defeating 2022 championship game opponents Kansas City Current by a 4-1 scoreline. Sophia Smith took the headlines after scoring her first hat trick in NWSL play. The 2022 league MVP looked set to score every time she was on the ball, ... Read more...2023
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• NWSL Week 2 Preview: KC Current host Thorns in 2022 Championship rematch
The National Women’s Soccer League continues action this weekend with a five-match slate on Saturday and one match on Sunday. After dropping points in North Carolina on opening weekend, Matt Potter and his side face a massive test on Saturday with the Portland Thorns in town. The Kansas City Current kick off their home schedule ... Read more...2023
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• MVP Smith scores as Thorns win 3rd NWSL title

Sophia Smith opened the scoring early and the Portland Thorns never looked back in a 2-0 victory over the Kansas City Current to win the NWSL title....2022
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• WNBA announces new expansion team in Portland to begin play in 2026

Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images Portland previously had a WNBA team in the early 2000s, and was long rumored to make a return as the league continues to grow. The WNBA is continuing to expand — and the latest franchise is coming to Portland, Oregon, the league announced Wednesday morning. With Toronto, San Francisco, and now Portland each getting their own WNBA teams, the league will...2024
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• Portland To Announce WNBA Expansion Team Set To Begin Play In 2026

Portland is expected to announce a WNBA expansion team featuring an ownership group lead by the Bhathal family, sources told Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report. The team is set to begin play in 2026, with an announce coming on September 10. The team's name and logo will be announced at a later date. The Bhathal family currently own the NWSL's Portland Thorns. With their knowledge of the Portla...2024
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• Who should make the US women’s Olympic soccer roster?
2024

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• NWSL Power Rankings: Portland Thorns gain momentum Royals struggle

The Portland Thorns are gaining momentum and are first in our NWSL Power Rankings this week, while the Utah Royals continue to struggle....2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Reportedly, L’Jarius Sneed’s contract demands are blocking a trade
2024

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• Thorns fire assistant, trainer after NWSL probe

U.S. player Crystal Dunn's husband distributed a controlled substance to Portland Thorns players in his role as athletic trainer, says the NWSL....2023
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• DRAFT DAY REFLECTIONS | Bixby, Smith remember the moments they became Portland Thorns
2021
• NWSL MATCH RECAP | Portland Thorns FC 4, Boston Breakers 1
2015

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• The Year in Numbers: 2014 produced some memorable moments and achievements for the Portland Timbers and Thorns FC
2014

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• Stand Together | 3,000 children enjoyed Portland Timbers and Thorns FC matches for free in 2014 thanks to Tix for Kids program
2014

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• NWSL players take knee during national anthem
2020

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• Thorns' Moultrie, 15, youngest to sign NWSL deal

2021
• Thorns FC's Alex Morgan, Tobin Heath named to U.S. Women's National Team Roster for 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup
2015

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• Thorns FC goalkeeper Michelle Betos named NWSL Player of the Week
2015
• Portland Thorns FC clinch home playoff game with 1-0 road win at Boston Breakers
2017
• Portland Thorns FC's Heath, Horan, Long named to U.S. roster for friendlies against New Zealand
2017

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• Thorns FC's Nadine Angerer named to Germany Women's National Team roster for 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup
2015
• NWSL PLAYOFFS MATCH RECAP | Portland Thorns FC 4, Orlando Pride 1
2017

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• Lavelle, Gotham top Thorns, end Sinclair's career
Rose Lavelle scored in stoppage time and Gotham FC defeated the Portland Thorns 2-1 on Sunday to advance to the semifinals of the National Women's Soccer League playoffs....2024
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• Sinclair extends career as Portland make playoffs
Christine Sinclair scored in her celebratory retirement match and the Portland Thorns clinched a playoff spot with a 3-0 victory over Angel City on Friday night....2024
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• Thorns rise after ending Pride's 24-game unbeaten run
Portland Thorns rise in this week's NWSL power rankings after giving Orlando Pride their first defeat of the season, while Seattle is eliminated from playoffs....2024
• Five things about Lindsay Horan, Captain America of U.S. Soccer’s Olympic team

Lindsay Horan is quietly captaining the U.S. national team into gold medal contention after a pair of impressive wins. | Photo by John Todd/ISI/Getty Images Horan’s path to wearing the armband at these Summer Games is dually unique and inspiring She’s Captain America, the U.S.’ leader of an Olympic race to gold and one of the most dominant players in the middle of the pitch. It would be ...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Reportedly, L’Jarius Sneed’s contract demands are blocking a trade
2024

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• NWSL drops '24 schedule; opening game on ABC

The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) released its 2024 schedule on Thursday, including the inaugural match at the Kansas City Current's CPKC Stadium against the Portland Thorns to open the regular season on March 16....2024
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• NWSL by the numbers: Why Portland Thorns are best of 2023 and who ranks as worst

The 2023 NWSL regular season ends this weekend, but before the playoff field is set, here are the best and worst teams (and players) in the league....2023
• NWSL Week 2 Preview: KC Current host Thorns in 2022 Championship rematch
2023

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• USWNT's Smith hopes fans back playoff Thorns

USWNT and Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith said she hopes fans continue to support the team despite last Monday's Yates report....2022
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• NWSL playoff race: Portland Thorns are Shield favorites but Kansas City, San Diego and more are still in it

The NWSL regular season ends in six weeks, so which teams are favorites, who looks poised for an upset and who should you bet on?...2022

• Sporting KC reverses course on hire of former Portland executive Gavin Wilkinson after fan pushback

Wilkinson was fired in 2022 after multiple investigations, including one into the sexual misconduct of former Portland Thorns coach Paul Riley....2024
• NWSL's Portland closes review, could be reopened

The Portland Thorns have closed their investigation into the club's handling of sexual misconduct allegations without interviewing any players....2022
• Can Portland Timbers, Portland Thorns repair bonds with fans after scandals and distrust?

The MLS and NWSL teams are famous for their amazing support, though some of the most devoted fans aren't sure about whether they can keep doing it....2022
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• Thorns appoint new GM after NWSL scandal

Head of women's soccer for CONCACAF and former Portland Thorns goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc has been named as the team's new general manager....2021