Coverage dated October 31, 2026 to November 2, 2026

Portland Thorns will play Washington Spirit in first-round of playoffs

Headline from The Oregonian

The Portland Thorns will face the Washington Spirit on the road in the first round of the NWSL playoffs, with Portland needing to overcome a tough Spirit defense and neutralize star Trinity Rodman to advance.

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The Oregonian
Who will Portland face in the playoffs? Here's what to know (opens The Oregonian)
Published Oct 31, 2026
The Oregonian's feed description
The Portland Thorns enter the NWSL playoffs facing likely opponents Washington Spirit, San Diego Wave, Kansas City Current, or Gotham FC, each posing unique challenges.
The Oregonian
Portland Thorns will play Washington Spirit in first-round of playoffs (opens The Oregonian)
Published Nov 1, 2026
The Oregonian's feed description
The Portland Thorns will face the Washington Spirit on the road in the first round of the NWSL playoffs, with Portland needing to overcome a tough Spirit defense and neutralize star Trinity Rodman to advance.
NOTUS
Spirit Beat Chicago, 2-0, Earn No. 3 Seed in NWSL Playoffs (opens NOTUS)
Published Nov 2, 2026
NOTUS's feed description
Washington will host the Portland Thorns next Sunday in the first round of the postseason.