Sophia Wilson, Morgan Weaver both preparing for Thorns comebacks in 2026

Sophia Wilson is ready to get back on the field, and when she does, she’ll bring a new perspective on her career and life.
OPB

Portland Thorns fans turn out in waves, even as season comes to end

Hundred of Thorns fans attended a team-sponsored watch party ahead of the semi-final match against the Washington Spirit A line snaked around the block in Portland early Saturday morning, as hundreds ...
Willamette Week

The Thorns Have All the Pieces in Place for Another Title Run—Except One

Ask anybody on the Portland Thorns and they’ll tell you: Bowing out in the NWSL semifinal Nov. 15 was a tough pill to swallow. That’s because the squad was a mere 184 minutes away (give or take ...
Oregonian

Thorns dominate opportunities, but not scoring in loss at Bay FC

In their first game back from a two-week break, the Portland Thorns dominated in scoring chances but fell short on the scoreboard, losing 1-0 to host Bay FC at PayPal Park in San Jose. Thorns coach ...
Willamette Week

Plucky Thorns Disappointed in D.C.

And just like that, it’s over. The Portland Thorns’ year came to a close in front of 19,365 fans in “Rowdy Audi,” where they fell to the Washington Spirit 2-0 in the NWSL semifinals. “They outplayed ...
The New York Times

Thorns fandom, lucky charms and family values: Suite Level with the Bhathals

Owners Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal for the Portland Thorns' quarterfinal against the San Diego Wave. Naji Saker / Portland Thorns If Portland Thorns owner Alex Bhathal isn’t spotted on game ...
KGW8

Thorns bring in French forward Julie Dufour, English youth captain Laila Harbert ahead of playoff push

PORTLAND, Ore. — The Portland Thorns have added two new players to their roster, acquiring French international forward Julie Dufour and 18-year-old English international midfielder Laila Harbert.