Portland Thorns stun defending NWSL champion Orlando again
- The Portland Thorns defeated the defending NWSL champion Orlando Pride 1-0 at Providence Park on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
- The early goal by Mexican international Reyna Reyes, her first of the season scored in the 16th minute after evading defenders, set the tone for Portland's win.
- Portland remained undefeated at home this season, absorbing the absence of key players on maternity leave and overcoming an injury to Orlando’s goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse.
- Portland climbed into third place in the league with 12 points following their win, while Orlando dropped to second with 15 points after suffering their second defeat of the season.
- The Thorns’ victory, their 9-1-1 home record all-time against Orlando and strong defensive effort, suggests growing confidence despite modest preseason expectations.
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Portland Thorns stun defending NWSL champion Orlando again
The Orlando Pride has been on top of the NWSL world as of late, but the Portland Thorns dealt the defending league champions another blow Saturday, winning 1-0 at Providence Park in front of 17,776 fans.

Reyes scores lone goal and Thorns down Pride 1-0 in the NWSL
PORTLAND (AP) — Reyna Reyes scored early in the first half and the Portland Thorns held on for a 1-0 victory over the Orlando Pride on Saturday in the National Women’s Soccer League. Read more...
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