Portland Thorns FC
The winningest club in NWSL history. Through 17 matches Portland is 8-4-5, 28 points (+7 goal difference), right in the thick of the table. Most recently, Portland drew NJ/NY Gotham FC 2-2 at Providence Park, and visit Utah Royals next.
Players to Watch
The names that matter right now.
The Story So Far
Wilson Returns, Moultrie Starts in Seattle
Wilson started April 11 at San Jose (67 minutes, USA 2-1 Japan), her first USWNT match in 17 months. Moultrie started April 14 at Lumen Field in front of 36,128 fans; Wilson came on at 65' to replace her. Series closed with Wilson starting a 3-0 win in Colorado on April 17.
Coach Vilahamn Wins His Debut
Former Tottenham Hotspur Women head coach. Visa approved days before the opener. Won 1-0 at Washington. First-year Thorns coaches are 5-0-2 in debut matches. The streak holds.
Who Left, Who Stayed
Sam Coffey to Manchester City. Bella Bixby out for the season. Morgan Messner stepped into goal and got a clean sheet. Cassandra Bogere filled Coffey's midfield role and looked like she belonged.
Providence Park
"You hear the Riveters before you see the stadium. That's not a figure of speech. You're walking through Goose Hollow and the chanting hits you two blocks out. By the time you're through the gates, you're already part of it."Portland, Match Day
The Rose City Riveters are the Thorns' independent supporters group. Standing the entire 90. Tifo displays that take months to plan. Chants that shake the West Side press box. They traveled to Washington for the 2022 Championship and turned Audi Field into Providence Park East. Membership gets you scarves, pre-match events, and a community.
The full Portland women's sports community directory →
Upcoming Home Matches
| Date | Opponent | Time (PT) | Theme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 15 | Orlando Pride | 5:45 PM PT | Rock the Runway |
| Sat, Aug 22 | Denver Summit | 5:45 PM PT | Women in Sports |
| Sun, Sep 6 | Washington Spirit | 1:00 PM PT | Back to School |
| Sun, Sep 13 | Chicago Stars | 4:00 PM PT | K-Pop Day |
| Sat, Sep 26 | Houston Dash | 5:45 PM PT | Hispanic Heritage |
Full 30-game schedule with broadcast info and theme nights →
2026 Roster
31 contracted players. 26 on the active roster. Official as of March 12.
INTL = international slot · SEI = season-ending injury · LOAN = out on loan
Championship History
The most decorated club in NWSL history. 3 Championships, 2 NWSL Shields (2016, 2021), the 2021 Challenge Cup, and 11 playoff appearances. No other club has more than two titles.
The Complete Championship History →
Videos
Opening Day Lineup (March 13)
The starting XI from the March 13 opener at Washington. Vilahamn's first selection.
Sophia Wilson came on at 77'. Click any player for their full profile.
Player Profiles
NWSL Standings
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Diego | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 12 |
| 2 | Portland | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 10 |
| 3 | Seattle | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 10 |
| 4 | Angel City | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +6 | 9 |
| 5 | Houston | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 9 |
| 6 | Orlando | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 8 |
| 7 | Utah | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| 8 | Bay | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| 9 | Denver | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| 10 | Kansas City | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 6 |
| 11 | North Carolina | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 5 |
| 12 | Gotham | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -2 | 5 |
| 13 | Washington | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| 14 | Chicago | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -9 | 3 |
| 15 | Louisville | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -3 | 1 |
| 16 | Boston | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -6 | 0 |
Standings via ESPN. Updated at build time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Portland Thorns head coach in 2026?
Robert Vilahamn, formerly of Tottenham Hotspur Women (English WSL). His visa was approved days before the season opener. He won his debut match 1-0 at Washington, extending the streak of first-year Thorns coaches to 5-0-2 in debuts.
How many championships have the Portland Thorns won?
3 NWSL Championships (2013, 2017, 2022), the most in league history. Plus 2 NWSL Shields, a Challenge Cup, and 11 playoff appearances. See the complete championship history.
What happened to Sophia Smith?
Sophia Smith, now Sophia Wilson after her marriage, is on the Thorns. She is active on the 2026 roster and has worked back into the starting XI. She returned to the USWNT on April 11 after 17 months away. She was the 2022 NWSL MVP and Olympic gold medalist.
Where do the Portland Thorns play?
Providence Park, 1844 SW Morrison St in Goose Hollow. Capacity 25,218. The loudest stadium in women's soccer. See our Providence Park game day guide for parking, food, and tips.
What happened to Sam Coffey?
Sam Coffey transferred to Manchester City ahead of the 2026 season. Cassandra Bogere has stepped into the central midfield role and looked strong in the opening match at Washington.
Portland's Other Pro Teams
The Thorns are one of three. One city, three leagues, three title shots.
Fire 98, Liberty 96 · Barker Buzzer Putback
The first modern-franchise win came three days after the home opener: Carleton 26 with five threes, Leite 21-and-6, Smalls 13 in her Fire debut off the bench, Sarah Ashlee Barker for the win at the buzzer. Sabrina Ionescu DNP. Read the recap.
Pro Softball Arrives
MLB-backed league, ESPN broadcasts, the first pro softball on ABC. Home opener June 18 at Hillsboro Ballpark. Meet the roster.