Not sure if this is allowed but wanted to show off their card I pulled from a MLS soccer pack. Figured the fans of the thorns might enjoy this

66 goals in 200 games played as a Thorn

We're Marissa and Alan, we make a Thorns pod called Rose City Red Card, and we gave this one a full night before recording at the bar. We got into the loss at Denver (Sonis in first-half stoppage, Means at 86'), the cohesion problem Marissa keeps diagnosing: three units not one, and the weird feelings of watching Lindsey Heaps come home to Colorado, play 90, and set up the winner against us. Also the road-vs-home split, the air-quality story at the Queen's Classic, and a window that's re-signed Fleming and Tordin but still hasn't found a center back.

Two fans, two drinks, a lot of swearing. Adults only. Curious how the sub felt watching Heaps in the other shirt.

🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2619164/episodes/19523355

Also on Apple and Spotify, search Rose City Red Card. RCTID 🌹

Although Turner is not the most technically secure player and can struggle with her touch and dribbling, her injury has negatively affected our pressing effectiveness, attacking width, and ability to defend wide areas.

We should probably abandon the high press in away games without Turner. Mueller is far less effective at pressing, and Tordin was pinned back. A press involving only Wilson and Moultrie is unlikely to dispossess opponents or force turnovers. It would be better to play a mid-block in away games when we do not have any true wingers available.

Folks, I figured it out. Every single time I watch this team, they lose. I hadn't watched for a few matches and was shocked to see how high they were in the table.

Anyway, the only reasonable conclusion is that it's me. I'm sorry.

From the Summit/Thorns match on 7/18/2026

Nothing like getting to the stadium in the hopes to buy a limited edition scarf and realize they’re sold out because somebody bought 10 of them.

I really hope they enforce this.

LFG!!! 🔥

Next game is on June 24th at home.

Can Someone Explain This to Me Like I'm A Child? In her brief time on the field, Loboa had at least two outstanding instances of hold-up play, which we haven't had since Sinc retired and can be a great way to transition. She drew 2 (or was it three) fouls and was able to make a 40-yard run at the defense before drawing a yellow. She was in position to get that Soph cut-back although it went to Lyles instead. She's a matchup nightmare. Had she been in the box for the numerous corner and free kicks, she could have changed the game. With all due respect to Marie Mueller, can someone explain why we'd start her and not Loboa?

I just looked in to the Denver game and noticed Ms. Obaze is not in the starting lineup. I also looked at the post advertising the starting XI for the game and also the availability report. I cannot find her listed anywhere. Is there something I am missing?

I couldn't get myself to go out and wanted to hear game so I am in my car and nothing on knrk-2 and I downloaded the app according to team email and still no game.

Am I wrong about this?

Hey all, my apologies for not getting this out sooner - was unavailable almost all of yesterday.

A LOT OF UPDATES HERE

Portland Thorns Head Coach Robert Vilahamn discusses importance of the contract extensions for Jessie Fleming and Pietra Tordin, lessons from Cascadia Derby loss vs Seattle Reign, Nina Nijstad's status and first impressions, who will step up in Reilyn Turner's absence, Morgan Weaver and Caiya Hanks updates, Denver Summit FC with Lindsey Heaps, and his favorite off-day sport.

Nina Nijstad's status:
"We going to make sure Nina Nijstad gets another week. She stayed back in Portland to get extra training. Pushing for Gotham FC."

"Morgan Weaver is getting back very soon and Caiya Hanks too. It's more what can suit this game and next."
The Portland Thorns take on Denver Summit and Gotham FC in their next two matches.
After that? August 2 at Utah Royals.
This match very likely could see the return of Morgan Weaver according to Vilahamn.

Caiya Hanks in August still likeliest which matches what RV has said consistently.

Are there any seats in pub patio available first come first serve or truly standing room only?

As I am an introverted old man I don't want to go to the Sports Bra tomorrow to watch the game, but I also want to watch the WC so that means a sports bar which is a anathema to me, are there any early opening bars I can possibly watch both?

Have the thorns foreshadowed anything about her? Given any hints?

Happy Friday Everyone!

Melina is out for this week, so we'll push the Nina Nijstad film review to next episode.

On this episode, we are joined by Leo Baudhuin from the Willamette Week to discuss the contract extensions for Jessie Fleming and Pietra Tordin, signing of Nina Nijstad from PSV, options after the Reilyn Turner injury, Lindsey Heaps reunion, and Cascadia Derby woes.

In the second half, Matt Pollard of Burgundy Wave joins us to preview the Portland Thorns at Denver Summit FC match. He discusses the historic support the team has found from Colorado, Lindsey Heaps potential impact, the leadership of Janine Sonis, and the keys to the match.

Yes, our thumbnails look good again because the incredible Jacob Stevens is back/better than ever and our amazing photographer Kelsey Baker.

I am working on a new feature right now and will have a few interviews coming up for our show. Prematch pressers out today as well.

As always thank you for your endless support - seriously it means everything to us.

Through 2028!

Isn’t our defense massively struggling? What do yall think?