Coverage dated November 4, 2026 to November 5, 2026

Thorns lean on team unity ahead of Spirit playoff clash

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The Portland Thorns travel to D.C. to face the Spirit, relying on team chemistry and defensive communication to neutralize Trinity Rodman and advance.

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The Oregonian
Portland's road woes loom large ahead of Spirit playoff clash (opens The Oregonian)
Published Nov 4, 2026
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The Portland Thorns face the Washington Spirit in the NWSL playoffs, needing to overcome a longstanding road struggles and key matchup challenges to advance.
The Oregonian
Thorns lean on team unity ahead of Spirit playoff clash (opens The Oregonian)
Published Nov 5, 2026
The Oregonian's feed description
The Portland Thorns travel to D.C. to face the Spirit, relying on team chemistry and defensive communication to neutralize Trinity Rodman and advance.