Status: In. The quarterfinal opponent and date are set once the league confirms the bracket. Quarterfinals are Nov 6 to Nov 8.
How Portland got here
The Thorns went 14-8-8 through 30 regular-season matches, 50 points with a +9 goal difference. The berth was sealed on October 23, 2026, a 1-0 win over NC Courage in front of 20,105 at Providence Park, and it makes this Portland's 10th straight playoff appearance. Nobody else in the league has a longer active run.
Sophia Wilson leads the team with 15 goals, and Pietra Tordin leads in assists with 9. Every result is on the full schedule.
The road to the NWSL Championship
| Round | Dates | Portland |
|---|---|---|
| Quarterfinals | Nov 6 to Nov 8 | TBD |
| Semifinals | Nov 13 to Nov 15 | TBD |
| NWSL Championship | Nov 21 (Audi Field) | TBD |
Top eight teams in the regular-season table qualify. Single elimination. Opponents, kickoff times, and channels appear here as soon as the league sets them, and land in the Thorns calendar feed automatically.
Before you go
Home playoff match? The Providence Park game day guide covers bags, transit, and where the Riveters stand. Watching instead? How to watch the Thorns has every channel. And if you want context for what a deep run looks like here, there is the championship history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did the Portland Thorns make the 2026 NWSL playoffs?
Yes. Portland clinched a 2026 NWSL playoff berth on October 23, 2026 with a 1-0 home win over NC Courage. It is the club's 10th straight postseason, the longest active streak in the league.
When do the 2026 NWSL playoffs start?
The quarterfinals are Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026. The semifinals follow Nov 13 to Nov 15, and the NWSL Championship is November 21, 2026 at Audi Field (Washington, D.C.). Top eight teams in the regular-season table qualify. Single elimination.
Who do the Thorns play in the 2026 NWSL playoffs?
The quarterfinal opponent is set by the final regular-season table. This page updates as soon as the league confirms the matchup.
Where is the 2026 NWSL Championship?
Audi Field (Washington, D.C.), on November 21, 2026.
How many NWSL titles have the Portland Thorns won?
Portland has won 3 NWSL Championships (2013, 2017, 2022), the most in league history.