Match Summary
Portland Thorns W defeated Utah Royals W 1:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by R. Turner 14′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Utah Royals W had 52% possession while Portland Thorns W held 48%. Utah Royals W had 8 shots (1 on target) compared to 10 (2 on target) for Portland Thorns W. Utah Royals W made 5 substitutions, Portland Thorns W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Utah Royals W and Portland Thorns W — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Sugita
Match Statistics
Utah Royals W had 52% possession against Portland Thorns W's 48%. Utah Royals W registered 8 shots (1 on target) while Portland Thorns W managed 10 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–3. Fouls committed: 18–11.
Lineups
Utah Royals W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jimmy Coenraets, while Portland Thorns W deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Robert Peter Tabo Gale.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Utah Royals W is 6.67, compared to 7.04 for Portland Thorns W. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Utah Royals W's highest-rated starter is C. Zornoza (6.90), while Portland Thorns W's best-rated player is O. Moultrie (7.29).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Utah Royals W have contributed 5 goals and 2 assists this season, led by J. Thomsen (3G). Portland Thorns W's starters account for 20 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by O. Moultrie (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Utah Royals W deploy 4 defenders rated 6.63 on average, against Portland Thorns W's 2-man backline averaging 6.95. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Utah Royals W field 6 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus Portland Thorns W's 7 rated 7.13. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Utah Royals W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.61, compared to 1 for Portland Thorns W averaging 6.78. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 41% for Utah Royals W and —% for Portland Thorns W. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Utah Royals W's starters have collected 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Portland Thorns W. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Utah Royals W's starting XI is 27.5 (youngest: A. Tejada Jimenez (23), oldest: C. Zornoza (35)), while Portland Thorns W average 24.7 (youngest: O. Moultrie (20), oldest: H. Sugita (28)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Utah Royals W's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 26 for Portland Thorns W. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Utah Royals W have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Portland Thorns W show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Utah Royals W and Portland Thorns W have met 1 times — Utah Royals W won 1, Portland Thorns W won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Utah Royals W leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026