NWSL Friendly: Portland Thorns vs San Diego Wave Discussion Thread

The Portland Thorns resume NWSL regular season play next Sunday versus Racing Louisville, but before that, they have a friendly.

In their final tune-up match, they take on NWSL table leaders, San Diego Wave.

The two sides split the regular season matchups, with each team winning at home.

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Summer Transfer Window Targets and Priorities

Portland Thorns: Top priorities and 11 summer targets for transfer window

What are the main priorities for the Portland Thorns with the upcoming primary transfer window? Could new head coach Robert Vilahamn be seeing reinforcements coming?

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PTFC Report Card

Portland Thorns Midseason Report Card

The Portland Thorns enter the international break, third in the NWSL. How have the defenders, midfielders, forwards, and coaches fared? Here’s the report card:

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Recent Roster Moves

Marie Müller returning for 2027 after club exercise option

Portland Thorns exercise 2027 club option for Marie Müller: Germany international defender set to return

The Germany Women’s National Team defender is set to return to the Portland Thorns.

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Daiane has permanently transferred to C.F. Monterrey Femenil (Liga MX Femenil) for an agreed-upon fee - initially joined via loan in January.

Former rookie trialists Renee Lyles (through 2026) and Jennie Immethun (through July) extend time in the Rose City.

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We’ve announced that midfielder Renee Lyles and defender Jennie Immethun have each agreed to contract extensions throughout the 2026 season. Congrats, Jennie and Renee! 👏 More here: https://www.thorns.com/news/portland-thorns-extend-renee-lyles-jennie-immethun

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