NWSL Match Preview: Portland Thorns (6-4-4) vs. Seattle Reign FC (7-4-3)

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Match Details

  • Kickoff: 1:00 p.m. PT / 4:00 p.m. ET
  • Venue: Providence Park, Portland, OR
  • Broadcast: CBS Stream: Paramount+
  • Rivalry: 13-year history, most storied in NWSL
  • Season Series: Reign lead 1–0 (1–0 win in April)

Current Form & Standings

TeamRecordPointsGoals ScoredGoals Conceded
Portland Thorns6–4–4222014
Seattle Reign7–4–3241913
  • Portland sits 6th, Reign 5th in the playoff race
  • Reign are unbeaten in 4 (3W, 1D, +6 GD)
  • Thorns are 4–0–3 at home this season

Key Players to Watch

Portland Thorns

  • Jessie Fleming: Midfield engine, key in transitions
  • Sam Hiatt: Former Reign defender, now anchoring Portland’s backline
  • Mimi Alidou: New signing with pace and creativity

Seattle Reign

  • Lynn Williams: Veteran striker, scored vs. Portland in April
  • Veronica Latsko: 3 goals in last 4 matches
  • Claudia Dickey: 4 clean sheets, commanding presence in goal

Tactical & Statistical Insights

  • Portland has conceded just 12 goals at home in 7 matches
  • Reign’s midfield trio has dominated possession in recent wins
  • Both teams average under 1.5 goals conceded per match
  • Reign’s away record vs. Portland: 7–11–4 all-time

Final Take

This match is more than a playoff positioning battle—it’s a legacy clash. With both teams in solid form and the playoff race tightening, expect a tense, tactical affair. Portland will rely on home-field energy and new additions, while Seattle’s cohesion and attacking rhythm could be the difference.

MATCH ODDS

Portland Thorns – 130    Draw + 255         Seattle Reign FC + 290

Over 2.5 – 135                   Under 2.5 – 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, August 9, 2025