[61], In late-September, The Athletic published an investigation into North Carolina Courage head coach Paul Riley, alleging that Riley had sexually coerced and verbally abused players on his teams, including during his two-year tenure as Thorns head coach in 2014 and 2015. Rose City Riveters show support for Thorns FC in front of Providence Park on Saturday Oct. 2 (Justin Yau). Williamson was traded to the Flash on April 5 as part of a move that granted Portland the right to midfielder Vero Boquete. Thorns manager Rihan Wilkinson shortly followed suit. It was the return to NWSL regular-season play for both teams after an international. Offically past the hour mark and Wave head coach Casey Stoney was the first to crack and make adjustments. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 4/4/2023), Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). 6-keys: media/spln/soccer/reg/free/stories_live-blog, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. 6:29 pm ET, at [65][66] The Thorns front office released a statement the same day citing that some of the incidents occurred during Riley's two-year tenure as head coach of the Thorns and discussing their reaction to the incidents at the time. Women's Soccer Jersey. That was not the only turnover that occurred off the pitch for the current titleholders. The 2022 NWSL postseason will conclude on Saturday, as Portland Thorns FC and Kansas City Current square off in the NWSL Championship. It is quite evident that Portland is going to finish among the top-six teams in the league. Sign up nowwith codeUEFA22for one month free for new users and don't miss any of the action. Despite not having held a head coaching role in the past, experience through the Canadian coaching ranks combined with his influence on the club during its championship season was enough for the franchise to put full trust in him. [39] The Thorns finished third in the regular season and were knocked out in the playoff semi-final by FC Kansas City. Girma was excellent in defense showing why she's a finalist for league MVP among other awards but it wasn't enough as Crystal Dunn scored the dramatic winner deep into stoppage time for her first goal since giving birth to her first child in May. Debuting the new secondary kit, Portland faced the Houston Dash in week 3 of the NWSL regular season, 14 days after mauling the Kansas City Current on the road. Remember the need for set plays? The 23-year-old started in 23 of the 24 contests in which she played last season in all competitions, netting one goal to go along with two assists. Norris may be new to the role of head coach, but he is not new to the players he will be coaching. Thorns midfielder Crystal Dunn scored the game-winner in dramatic fashion during late-game stoppage time. The midfielder logged 1,189 minutes for the Naisten Liiga side, and competed in the qualifying round of the 201415 UEFA Women's Champions League. Jerseys, scarves, hats and more. Didn't even need to pull out the hops for that one. Smith doesn't miss many but she couldn't get the shot off in time and Sheridan was quick to scramble out and take care ofthe danger. The report, published on October 3, 2022, indicates that the club "interfered with our access to relevant witnesses and raised specious legal arguments in an attempt to impede our use of relevant documents. Support OregonLive. Racing Louisville FC. I agree to receive the "Golazo Starting XI Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. 20% off. Ryan takes her elusive attacking talents to Gotham FC after starting in both of the Thorns playoff matchups in 2022. Established in 2012, the team began play in 2013 in the then-eight-team National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), which receives support from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF). 10,000Congratulations, @CapriceDydasco! Pregame coverage onParamount+begins at 6:30 p.m. Portland Thorns FC at San Diego Wave FC SnapDragon Stadium San Diego, CA, USA This event is selling fast for Portland Thorns FC See Tickets In 16 days Apr 22 Sat 7:30 PM Racing Louisville FC at Portland Thorns FC Providence Park Portland, OR, USA See Tickets In 23 days Apr 29 Sat 7:30 PM Angel City FC at Portland Thorns FC Providence Park Portland Thorns will play in the NWSL championship final on October 29, the will face the winner of OL Reign-Kansas City Current. While the Wave struck first as Taylor Kornieck was left unmarked in the box to score her third goal against the Thorns, that didn't throw the experienced Portland side off. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. Note: Bold indicates a player still active with the team. Portland Thorns FC 2022 Stadium Away. [47] On September 30, 2021, news reports came out that Riley was relieved from his duties for sexual harassment allegations. Portland is 2-1 all-time in the championship game, and won on both occasions when the game was not held in Portland (2013 at Western New York and 2017 vs. North Carolina in Orlando). 5:18 pm ET, at Salmons shot forced a save that Portland goalkeeper Bella Bixby struggled to handle. Portland Thorns FC Nwsl standings, conference rankings, updated Portland Thorns FC records and playoff standings. What you need to know about all 12 teams, Thorns, Canada star Beckie (knee) to miss WWC, NWSL player ratings for FIFA 23: USWNT stars dominate top spots, NWSL announce '23 games, new Challenge Cup, Scandal-plagued Timbers, Thorns hire new CEO, Thorns fire assistant, trainer after NWSL probe, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Unlike many of the investigations throughout the offseason, Wilkinson self-reported herself meaning she did not violate any team or league policies. [33], On August 28, 2013, NWSL announced Thorns FC forwards Christine Sinclair, Alex Morgan and defender Rachel Buehler were named to the National Women's Soccer League Best XI Second Team. 6:19 pm ET, at Neither do we. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, on March 12, 2020 the Thorns canceled their preseason tournament, scheduled for March 29-April 4. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Racing Louisville FC @ Portland Thorns FC is an upcoming Soccer event that takes place on Apr 22 at 10:30 PM. [27][28] The team's first home match on April 21 provided the club its first victory, a 21 win over Seattle Reign FC. In November 2014 the Thorns traded for defender Kat Williamson and midfielder McCall Zerboni. Portland's road games were witnessed by season-high attendance figures or sellout crowds, including a record-setting crowd at the Maryland SoccerPlex against the Washington Spirit on May 4. Providence Park. Portland Thorns FC vs. Houston Dash - Football Match Summary - April 14, 2023 - ESPN ESPN (19 hours ago) Portland Thorns vs. Houston Dash: Live updates, how to watch (4/14/23) - OregonLive The Thorns would be knocked out of the playoffs after a 10 defeat to the Chicago Red Stars. The current playoff picture highlights a potential shift in not only the competitive landscape of the league, but signs also point to the next era of prominence structured in a western ascendency. Here's everything you need to know ahead of kickoff. [57] After finishing the season with a scoreless draw against the Washington Spirit, the Thorns finished third in the league, meaning they would not host a playoff game for the first time since 2015. Salmon had an open look on goal in the 23rd minute beating a Portland defender at the near post. And this match will be the first encounter between new head coaches Sam Laity and Mike Norris. KANSAS CITY SCORE WITHIN FOUR MINUTES. Your home for the widest selection of Thorns gear, anywhere. Portland Thorns FC SOCCER. Three attempts on target by the Thorns is one short of four by the Wave, who excited the first half with a good sequence inside the box. Coming Soon. And this match will be the first encounter between new head coaches Sam Laity and Mike Norris. The California expansion team never fell out of playoff contention throughout a regular season that included stadium sellouts and end-of-the-year nominations for MVP (Morgan, Girma), Rookie of the Year (Girma), Defender of the Year (Girma), Coach of the Year (Stoney), and Goalkeeper of the Year (Kalien Sheridan). Competition. Portland took the lead in the ninth minute of the match after midfielder Crystal Dunn scored her second goal of the season.. In the championship match, Portland faced the NWSL Shield-winning North Carolina Courage, successor to the Western New York Flash team that had beaten them in the final the year before. TheAttacking Third, the podcast devoted to bringing you everything you need to know from women's soccer, will have postgame coverage carried live on YouTube and on the CBS Sports App following the trophy ceremony, with Angel City defender Ali Riley featured as a special guest. Dominant on possession and outshooting their 2022 NWSL Championship game opponents by 19 to 10, with 8 of those shots on target (meaning a 50% efficiency) is absolutely impressive, and indicative of a club serious about retaining their crown. FFC Turbine Potsdam. A bold test. By Suzette Smith October 03, 2021 at 9:36 pm PDT. These matches were in addition to the league's national agreements with CBS, Paramount+, and Twitch.[4]. Under head coach Cindy Parlow Cone, the Thorns played in the new league's inaugural game on April 13, 2013 against host team FC Kansas City, which ended in a 11 draw in which Christine Sinclair scored the club's first goal on a penalty kick. Portland Thorns FC Squad NWSL NWSL Challenge Cup Women's International Champions Cup hidden 2023-24 2022-23 2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18 2016-17 2015-16 2014-15 2013-14 hidden Defensively, Houston is tied with Portland and OL Reign for the fewest goals allowed (1). PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) The Portland Thorns Football Club has officially named their new head coach. ET with a live broadcast on Fox 12 Plus. If it was not for Naomi Girmas sensational year in the backline, the Rookie of the Year would have surely gone to the Thorns Sam Coffey. A west coast kickoff is presenting a lot of sunshine on one end and tons of shadows on the opposite end, but both goalkeepers have come up with a big save to keep things level at 1-1. We got you. Thorns Captain Christine Sinclair is the only player to remain from all NWSL championship appearances with Portland. Any unauthorized use is forbidden. Venue Name Providence Park City Portland, Oregon . Last updated: October 1, 2022. Keep up with the latest storylines, expert analysis, highlights, scores and more. Again it's Girma as she's in a foot race with Smith. Transferred from Manchester City for an undisclosed fee. Long had been with the team since its inaugural season, and was one of the first players to reach 100 NWSL appearances with one club. The Thorns also share the stadium with the Portland Timbers of Major League Soccer. A subscription not only gives you access to all the soccer you could want but also the NFL on CBS, and countless movies, shows and original content. The Thorns three attempts on target were just short of the Wave's four shots on goal. Short-term goalkeeper replacement contract expired. The Dash nearly took the lead in the 80th minute after forward Ebony Salmon forced a turnover in the midfield. Defender Nikki Marshall announced her retirement from professional soccer. The Nigerian international made 10 appearances last season for the Dash, scoring two goals. Portland hasn't defeated Houston on home soil since September 2019. [52] On January 11, 2018, the team announced a trade that would send midfielder Allie Long to the Seattle Reign. [14][15][16], The formation of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) was announced on November 21, 2012, with Portland selected as a host for one of the eight teams. I think us coming back together after international break is always challenging, midfielder Sam Coffey said. During the offseason, the club only really experienced two significant losses. Sorting out NFL Draft with bold observations, Stunning role reversal for Warriors-Kings. [25] Seattle Reign FC general manager Amy Carnell reaction to the NWSL allocation and Morgan's placement was, "I think generally speaking, I could speak for all the clubs when I say I'm extremely surprised they would place (Christine) Sinclair and (Alex) Morgan in the same city. The 2022 NWSL postseason will conclude on Saturday, as Portland Thorns FC and Kansas City Current square off in the NWSL Championship. [98] In 2014, Schatz returned, with former Thorns defender Marian Dougherty, who retired after the 2013 season, joining for color commentary. Her strength and movement gives San Diego so much room for error on the defensive end. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. Stadium. 1M; Chris Wright; EA Sports. [37] Goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc was traded to the Chicago Red Stars and was replaced with 2013 FIFA World Player of the Year recipient Nadine Angerer. Kickoff date. 1 Color. Pick: Portland Thorns FC 2, Kansas City Current 1. Portland Thorns FC: The franchise is making its fourth appearance in the NWSL Championship, a record for most of any team in league history. [41], Portland acquired defender Kendall Johnson from Sky Blue FC in exchange for the 25th and 34th overall selections in the 2015 National Women's Soccer League College Draft. The only question is if they can sustain the same type of consistency and quality under Norris as they did with Wilkinson at the helm. All rights reserved (About Us). If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Repeating as a champion in any league is difficult, but looking at the number of players that are returning, it is not out of the question. Rocky Rodriguez provided the equalizer off a scattered corner kick, and the Costa Rican international utilized the space and time to get the perfect volley off. We talked at halftime around showing a bit of variety in terms of how we attacked, Norris said, and she found some good pockets in the second half when they got a bit stretched.. Houston's goalless draw against Louisville was a hard-fought contest, but a victory over Chicago helped carry their momentum through the international break. [3] Following the victory, the team held a victory rally in their home stadium. [53] With Long's departure, Tobin Heath and Christine Sinclair would be the only remaining players from the first Thorns season. The Thorns have missed the postseason just once since the league was founded. It's the first attempt on target from the Thorns today in their third attempt. The Thorns would lose a lopsided 30 to the Courage, who became the first team to win the NWSL Shield and the NWSL Playoffs in the same season. I think we just fell a little bit short and lacked a little bit of quality in the final third.. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Undefeated, overpowering, and playing beautifully, the Thorns continue to roll. Defenders (4):Crystal Dunn,Becky Sauerbrunn,Kelli Hubly,Natalia Kuikka, Midfielders (5):Raquel Rodrguez, Sam Coffey,Hina Sugita, Morgan Weaver,Christine Sinclair. These two teams join the Oregon Rush (2011), now Bend FC Timbers, and Eugene Metro Futbol Club (EMFC in 2012) so Oregon has a total of four WPSL teams at this level of the American soccer pyramid. Portland won the regular season Shield in 2021 on 44 points, and the Community Shield in a shortened 2020 campaign. Only two games into the season, the Thorns' have shown impressive offensive prowess so farand records are already broken. How to watch live stream online: You can stream this match live on Paramount+. Wilkinson had also played on the Canadian national team as a teammate of LeBlanc and longtime Thorns FC and Canadian team captain Christine Sinclair. Julie Ertz landing spots: Where will USWNT star go? Houston had a golden opportunity in the 80th minute on a giveaway from Sauerbrunn that led to a shot by Ebony Salmon, but Bixby saved and covered it. Next up is OL Reign hosting the Kansas City Current to see who the other team in the final is. As part of the National Team player allocation process, Portland received Canada Women's National Team midfielder Kaylyn Kyle and defender Rhian Wilkinson. Founded 2012 Address 1844 South West Morrison 97205 Portland, Oregon Country USA Phone +1 (503) 553 5400 Fax +1 (503) 553 5405 . Official Facebook page of Portland Thorns FC of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The Kansas City Current joined the league in 2021. Smith signed a contract with Gotham FC through the 2025 campaign as the New York side adds goalkeeper depth to a room that lost its No. 3 seed in the NWSL playoffs. The 2022 NWSL Draft was held on December 18, 2021. 106,128 people like this 112,226 people follow this http://www.thornsfc.com/ (503) 553-5555 social@timbers.com Sports team thornsfc Photos See all Videos See all 0:20 And dont forget to follow FOR(E) on Twitter,FanSideds home for womens sports. The final four will battle it out for a spot in the NWSL Championship on Oct. 29. Defender Courtney Peterson was able to get the ball into the back of the net but was called for a foul before the ball crossed into the goal. Angel City FC also had success in their inaugural season and fell just short of the 2022 NWSL postseason. "[73] The report further details how both Paulson and Wilkinson advised other clubs to hire Riley after his departure from the Thorns. (MLS). In just her first professional season in the NWSL, she established herself as one of the leagues most elite defensive midfielders. The Portland Thorns booked the first place in the NWSL final after a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Wave at Providence Park. After her playing career, Wilkinson had been an assistant coach for the Canadian and English national teams. After Portland hoisted its third NWSL championship in November, the coach that led the club to the promised land,Rhian Wilkinson, officially resigned. [59] The Thorns participated in the inaugural NWSL Challenge Cup, defeating the North Carolina Courage in the quarterfinals but losing to the eventual champions Houston Dash in the semifinals. WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 29: The Portland Thorns raise the NWSL trophy during NWSL Cup Final game between Kansas City Current and Portland Thorns FC at Audi Field on October 29, 2022 in Washington, DC. [4] They followed up in 2022 by winning the NWSL championship. 6:28 pm ET, at The eighth overall pick by Portland in the first round of the 2013 National Women's Soccer League College (NWSL) Draft from the University of Florida, Williamson made her professional debut with Thorns FC in 2013 and ranked second on the team in minutes (1,944) during her rookie campaign. More chances materialized in the second half for Smith, Weaver and others, but none turned into goals. It was quite an interesting offseason to say the least for the defending champions. 5:24 pm ET, at The team played the 2001 season in the W-League before returning to the PCSL until 2003 when the team folded. pic.twitter.com/1ykeFKwx5z. [8][9] In Portland the team was christened the Portland Rain and played the 2000 season in the Pacific Coast Soccer League (PCSL). The two teams played an end-to-end first half and it didn't take long for the Thorns to level the scoreline. After a 1455 league record for 47 points and a second-place finish, the Thorns defeated the Orlando Pride 41 in a playoff semi-final. Wilkinson had also played on the Canadian national team as a teammate of LeBlanc and longtime Thorns FC and Canadian team captain Christine Sinclair. 2022 MLS. Kansas City Current:After completing their inaugural 2021 season in last place, the franchise had a complete turnaround, led by new head coach Matt Potter and a regular season that included a 13-game undefeated streak throughout the summer. Portland Thorns FC and San Diego Wave FC are scheduled to face off in the first of two NWSL semifinal matchups. Both teams have plenty of new faces and young talent to lead the group to a title. And like the Thorns, Houston has had a promising start to the season, earning four points in two games. Two broken corners led to two goals and the Thorns did just enough. [18] The team name was announced on December 13, 2012 as the Portland Thorns FC. Salmons shot forced Bixby to make a save. Alongside the Thorns, the Houston Dash and Orlando Pride are other NWSL teams with Major League Soccer affiliations. For details of former players, see Category:Portland Thorns FC players and List of Portland Thorns FC players. Enjoy tickets to all 2023 home matches plus the perks of a Thorns Annual Membership. The Japanese international has slotted into Portland's starting lineup fairly seamlessly and needed little time to adapt to the style of play in the league. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Smith has to foul Girma to stop the rookie from starting a Wave counter heading the other way. (MLS). It was the return to NWSL regular-season play for both teams after an international break. The names and logos of MLS teams are registered and/or common law trademarks of MLS or are used with the permission of their owners. As of April 2017, Thorns games are streamed exclusively by Go90 for American audiences and via the NWSL website for international viewers. [68] A number of Portland Thorns players also released a statement calling for Thorns general manager Gavin Wilkinson to be suspended. Forward Michelle Alozie made her season debut as a second half stoppage time substitute. In a trip to the midwest on April 1, Portland buried the Kansas City Current under a Sophia Smith hat-trick. [69] Wilkinson was subsequently put on administrative leave from the Thorns, but remained manager of the MLS Portland Timbers. Two of the best strikers in the world in the same city. The Wave can hold their heads high after an impressive inaugural season and Naomi Girma put on a show in defense but it wasn't enough. In two meetings this season, Portland beat the Current in both teams' season opener, 3-0, back in April, and the teams played to a 1-1 draw in Kansas in September. 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