Match summary
Portland Thorns FC defeated Chicago Stars FC 2-0 in National Women's Soccer League, 2026 season.
Explore the summary, statistics, lineups and key events from this women's football match.
National Women's Soccer League · 2026 ·
Context
- Martin Stadium — Evanston, United States
- Attendance: 4,344 / 12,023 (36.1%)
- Referee: Brad Jensen
- Broadcast: NWSL+
Statistical analysis
Chicago Stars FC controlled 53% of the ball against 47%. Portland Thorns FC produced the highest xG total (2.57 to 1.11). Chicago Stars FC recorded more shots (13 to 12), including 4 on target against 5.
Portland Thorns FC created 5 big chances against 0. Chicago Stars FC completed more passes (304 to 264), with 80% accuracy against 75%. Chicago Stars FC won a larger share of duels (57%).
Chicago Stars FC was more present in the opposition box (30 touches to 21). Portland Thorns FC made 4 saves to 3.
Tactical approach
Chicago Stars FC (4-2-3-1) · Portland Thorns FC (4-2-3-1)
Chicago Stars FC — Coach: Martin Sjögren · Portland Thorns FC — Coach: Robert Vilahamn
Starting lineups
Chicago Stars FC · 4-2-3-1
Alyssa Naeher (Goalkeeper), Tessa Dellarose, Sam Staab, Kathrin Hendrich, Jordyn Huitema, Michelle Alozie, Jenna Bike, Nádia Gomes, Julia Grosso, Aaliyah Farmer, Manaka Hayashi.
Portland Thorns FC · 4-2-3-1
Mackenzie Arnold (Goalkeeper), Mimi Alidou, Pietra Tordin, Jessie Fleming, Cassandra Bogere, M.A. Vignola, Sam Hiatt (Captain), Marie Müller, Sophia Smith, Olivia Moultrie, Isabella Bryld Obaze.
Highest-rated player
Reilyn Turner earned the highest rating of the match (7.9) for Portland Thorns FC. This is an automatically computed rating, not an official player-of-the-match award.
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