Raso, 25, signed with England-based Everton last week. Portland will retain her NWSL rights.
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Coach Rory Dames thinks a few differences this year will help his team get past that barrier.
The history between the Orlando Pride and the Portland Thorns includes more than just a disappointing 2017 NWSL semifinal showing for the Pride. Yes, a 4-1 loss at Providence Park last season in front of a crowd of 18,193 means the Pride are looking for some revenge after a bitter end to the 2017 season. […]
The Professional Soccer Referees Association released a statement Wednesday condemning Portland Thorns coach Mark Parsons for his actions following a match in North Carolina on March 24 and criticizing the National Women’s Soccer League for its handling of the incident. The Professional Soccer Referees Association, the certified labor union representing officials employed by PRO, contends […]
The National Women’s Soccer League rescinded the one-game suspension handed to Portland Thorns coach Mark Parsons last week by the NWSL Disciplinary Committee. Parsons will be on the sideline April 15 when his team hosts the Orlando Pride. The disciplinary committee originally issued the suspension and fine for “misconduct in his interactions with the officials” following […]
Portland Thorns coach Mark Parsons has been suspended two games and fined an undisclosed amount after confronting an official following a road match Saturday against the North Carolina Courage. The Thorns are appealing the disciplinary decision, according to a statement released Friday by the National Women’s Soccer League. The NWSL announcement read: “The NWSL Disciplinary […]
The North Carolina Courage got a dose of revenge when they kicked off the 2018 National Women’s Soccer League season, earning a 1-0 home victory over the Portland Thorns Saturday. The Courage were the 2017 NWSL Shield winners, but they suffered a 1-0 loss to the Thorns in the 2017 NWSL championship game. North Carolina […]