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Portland Thorns FC announce updated 2023 roster ahead of NWSL season opener

The Portland Thorns announced their 2023 roster — well, almost all of it.

Portland Thorns unveil bold new 2023 jerseys

The new kit the internet cannot stop talking about is finally here.

Portland Timbers sign striker Franck Boli

After months of speculation, the Timbers have their new #9

Jazzy Encore: Aljaz Ivacic signs contract extension with Timbers

Portland inks their top goalkeeper through the 2025 season.

Portland Thorns to host 2023 preseason tournament

The tournament will run from March 12 - 18, and joining the Thorns will be Racing Louisville, OL Reign, and the US U23 WYNT.

Timbers MLS home opener postponed to Monday

Due to extreme snow, Portland will now kickoff their 2023 MLS season at 7 p.m. on Monday night.

Report: Bill Tuiloma traded to Charlotte FC

The veteran centerback is reportedly heading east, with a boatload of General Allocation Money coming back in return.

Portland Timbers reveal new 2023 primary jersey

The Portland Plaid Kit is indeed very plaid and on-brand.

Thorns’ assistant coach, head athletic trainer fired after NWSL investigation

An investigation into misconduct has resulted in the Thorns firing Sophie Clough and Pierre Soubrier.

Stumptown Footy will no longer be supported by Vox Media - but we’re still moving onward

STF will "no longer be supported and monetized by Vox Media" — but we’re still here for as long as we can be

Timbers exercise option on Nathan Fogaça for 2023

The Brazilian striker returns to Portland for 2023.

Ned Grabavoy named new Timbers General Manager

Grabavoy has served on Portland’s technical staff since 2017.

Mike Norris introduced as Portland Thorns FC head coach

Mike Norris was unveiled as the new head coach of the Portland Thorns today by general manager Karina Leblanc.

NWSL announces corrective actions in response to joint investigative report

Penalties include individual punishments and club fines; Thorns fined $1 million.

Report: Mike Norris to be named new Thorns head coach

Norris served as an assistant on Rhian Wilkinson’s staff during the 2022 season.

Sophia Smith Voted 2022 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year

She becomes just the fourth player to win both U.S. Soccer Young Female and Female POTY

Yazmeen Ryan Traded to Gotham FC + Appreciation Thread

The news on the big Yazmeen Ryan trade, analysis of the move, and one final space for appreciation for Ryan’s time in Portland.

Timbers announce full 2023 preseason schedule

Portland’s preseason preparations promptly proceed tomorrow!

MLS releases 2023 regular season schedule

The course is now charted for the Timbers’ 13th campaign in Major League Soccer

Rhian Wilkinson to resign as Portland Thorns head coach

The resignation comes amidst concerns over player relationship cleared by NWSL/NWSLPA investigation

Merritt Paulson announces the sale of Portland Thorns FC

His decade-long ownership of the Thorns will end; has no intention to sell Timbers.

Timbers sign Felipe Mora, Claudio Bravo to contract extensions

The Chilean forward is signed through 2025, and the Argentine fullback is inked through 2026.

Portland Thorns secure Morgan Weaver through 2024

Rejoice! The forward extended her contract for one more year with an option to 2025.

No Timbers players selected in 2022 Expansion Draft

New boys St. Louis looked elsewhere than Portland’s roster for players.

Timbers re-sign coaches, add Liam Ridgewell to staff

The coaching staff will be sticking around in Portland with a new but very familiar face.

Timbers release lists of protected, eligible players for 2022 Expansion Draft

Zac McGraw and Marvin Loria highlight the Timbers players exposed who are likeliest to be picked.

Raquel “Rocky” Rodríguez Re-Signs with Portland Thorns

Rocky! Rocky! Rocky!

The Portland Thorns win the 2022 NWSL Championship

THREE! STARS! BEYOND!

Sophia Smith named 2022 NWSL MVP

Smith, 22, is the youngest MVP in league history.

Giovanni Savarese signs multi-year contract extension with Portland Timbers

The Timbers head coach signs on for at least three more years in the Rose City.

Sophia Smith, Sam Coffey, Becky Sauerbrunn and Kelli Hubly included in best XI’s of the NWSL 2022 season

The NWSL announced the Best XI First Team and the Best XI Second Team. Four Thorns were included among the 22 players who had an outstanding season in 2022.

Timbers announce offseason roster decisions

The first round of contract options being exercised or declined is here.