[88] The club unveiled their home and away kits on April 9, 2013. Portland Thorns FC 2020 Stadium Home. The 2022 NWSL postseason will conclude on Saturday, as Portland Thorns FC and Kansas City Current square off in the NWSL Championship. "[73] The report further details how both Paulson and Wilkinson advised other clubs to hire Riley after his departure from the Thorns. Stadium. 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More than a dozen players from every team Riley had coached since 2010 spoke to the publication and two named players, both former Thorns, went on the record with allegations against him. [48], On June 19, 2015, the Thorns made NWSL history when goalkeeper Michelle Betos headed the equalizing goal for 10-woman Portland in the 95th minute against FC Kansas City. Houston equalized in the 24th minute after forward Mara Snchez took on Portland defender Reyna Reyes one-on-one on the near side. 5:42 pm ET, at NWSL player ratings for FIFA 23: USWNT stars dominate top spots. Next up: The Thorns begin play in the NWSL Challenge Cup tournament, visiting San Diego Wave FC at 7 p.m. Wednesday (Paramount+). However, the Dash closed sections to seat only 7,000 spectators per game in 2014, and in 2015, the Breakers moved to the smaller Soldiers Field Soccer Stadium (now named Jordan Field). Better from Portland as things have gotten a little stale lately. [47] On September 30, 2021, news reports came out that Riley was relieved from his duties for sexual harassment allegations. She cited personal reasons, particularly the desire of her and her husband, Portland Timbers director of sports science John Cone (who also resigned around the same time), to be together more.[36]. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Portland Thorns vs. Houston Dash: April 14, 2023. Short-term goalkeeper replacement contract expired. Enjoy tickets to all 2023 home matches plus the perks of a Thorns Annual Membership. Worrying times for San Diego as Morgan is with the trainer after going in on a challenge on Sauerbrunn. Salmon had an open look on goal in the 23rd minute beating a Portland defender at the near post. pic.twitter.com/hK9cWjzMPm. PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Merritt Paulson has decided to sell the Portland Thorns Football Club, but maintain ownership of the Portland Timbers. [1][2], Following the exit of head coach Mark Parsons to manage the Netherlands women's national football team, Thorns FC hired another of the club's former players during Riley's tenure, Rhian Wilkinson, as his replacement. [64] Later that day, the Courage announced that Riley had been fired due to "very serious allegations of misconduct". 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). [60] The Thorns also participated in and clinched the 2020 NWSL Fall Series Community Shield with a win on October 11, 2020, over OL Reign. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. [72], The US Soccer Federation commissioned a league-wide independent investigation into abusive behavior lead by Sally Yates. KANSAS CITY SCORE WITHIN FOUR MINUTES. This was the first goal scored by a goalkeeper in the league. pic.twitter.com/1ykeFKwx5z. Next up is OL Reign hosting the Kansas City Current to see who the other team in the final is. The club won the NWSL Shield in 2016[2] and a second NWSL Championship in 2017. [14], Championship Game MVP: Sophia Smith (POR), The 2022 NWSL Expansion Draft was an expansion draft held by the NWSL on December 16, 2021, for two expansion teams, Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC, to select players from existing teams in the league. 8:15 pm ET, at [45] The Equatorial Guinea international was the 10th-ranked goal scorer all-time in Frauen-Bundesliga history and the 2012 African Women Footballer of the Year. Last updated: October 1, 2022. Crystal Dunn will have a full preseason to get acclimated to life in the NWSL rather than joining things in the middle of the season. 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I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. [29] Beyond setting a new league record, the opening day crowd of 16,479 at Jeld-Wen Field eclipsed any single-game attendance from Women's Professional Soccer. 6:28 pm ET, at Already scoring a goal, Kornieck has been everywhere in the first half for the Wave. The Dash nearly took the lead in the 80th minute after forward Ebony Salmon forced a turnover in the midfield. After playing 120 minutes in the quarterfinal, it was a dream start for the Wave in the semifinal as Kornieck scored in the opening ten minutes of the match. It's the first attempt on target from the Thorns today in their third attempt. [74], The Thorns qualified for the 2021 Women's International Champions Cup as champions of the 2020 Fall Series, and won the tournament by defeating three-time finalists and defending champions Olympique Lyon 10. Portland hasn't defeated Houston on home soil since September 2019. One of the most influential pieces to the run to the championship,Yazmeen Ryan was dealt in a three-team dealthat sent the No. ET with Kate Abdo, Midge Purce and Jenny Chiu. It's the third time that Kornieck has scored on the Thorns this season. For the Canadian legendSinclair, this could be her last season with Portland having signed just a one-year contract with the club after 2022. Your home for the widest selection of Thorns gear, anywhere. [85], The team's colors were announced as red, green, and black. Again it's Girma as she's in a foot race with Smith. [3] Following the victory, the team held a victory rally in their home stadium. SAN DIEGO STRIKE FIRST IN PORTLAND. PTFCMap.com: Your digital guide for getting to, from and around the stadium and everything else you need on matchday. PTFC Authentics: The Official Store of the Portland Timbers & Thorns Team store for Portland's beloved major league soccer teams supplying fans with apparel and memorabilia. HIGHLIGHTS | Dash earn 1-1 draw at Providence Park. Sorting out NFL Draft with bold observations, Stunning role reversal for Warriors-Kings. After Portland hoisted its third NWSL championship in November, the coach that led the club to the promised land,Rhian Wilkinson, officially resigned. $90. The Nigerian international made 10 appearances last season for the Dash, scoring two goals. On Friday, they were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw in front of a home crowd of 15,657 at Providence Park. This page is not available in other languages. Two of the best strikers in the world in the same city. The Portland Thorns play at Providence Park located in the Goose Hollow neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. 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