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NWSL Power Rankings: Portland goes No. 1 in 2026's first week
With the first matchday of the 2026 season in the books, ESPN ranks all 16 NWSL clubs from first to worst in this week's edition of Power Rankings.
NWSL needs its stars to shine, as Rodman and Wilson return to action
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Wilson returns from maternity leave in Thorns' NWSL opener victory
Sophia Wilson's return and Olivia Moultrie's winning strike highlighted the National Women's Soccer League season opener in the Portland Thorns' victory over the Washington Spirit on Friday night.
Moultrie strike powers Portland Thorns past Washington Spirit in NWSL opener
Olivia Moultrie scored in the second half to give the Portland Thorns a 1-0 victory over the Washington Spirit in the National Women's Soccer League season opener.
NWSL 2026 mega-preview: Predictions for all 16 teams
The NWSL is back! Let's predict how each team will finish by assessing what's ahead for Rodman, Lavelle and the other stars.
NWSL 2026 season: How to watch, soccer schedule on ESPN
The 2026 NWSL season will mark the debuts of the Boston Legacy FC and Denver Summit FC, bringing the league to 16 clubs.
NWSL ambition rankings: All 16 clubs judged by the big moves they are or aren't making
The NWSL has teams that are building stadiums, signing stars and spending money. Meanwhile, other teams, well, aren't doing any of that.
Sophia Wilson off maternity leave ahead of Thorns return
The Portland Thorns announced Thursday that striker Sophia Wilson has been removed from the maternity leave list ahead of the 2026 NWSL season and is now available for selection.
Portland Thorns hire ex-Tottenham coach Robert Vilahamn - sources
The Portland Thorns have hired Robert Vilahamn as head coach, multiple sources confirmed to ESPN, after a lengthy search.
NWSL Table
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Angel City FC | 1 | +4 | 3 |
| 2 | Kansas City Curre.. | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 3 | North Carolina Co.. | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 4 | Bay FC | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 5 | Seattle Reign FC | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 6 | Portland Thorns F.. | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 7 | Houston Dash | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 8 | Gotham FC | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 9 | Orlando Pride | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 10 | Racing Louisville.. | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 11 | Utah Royals | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 12 | Denver Summit FC | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 13 | San Diego Wave FC | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 14 | Washington Spirit | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 15 | Boston Legacy FC | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 16 | Chicago Stars FC | 1 | -4 | 0 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | M | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Olivia Moultri.. | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 35 | Morgan Messner | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 25 | M.A. Vignola | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Top Assists
| # | Player | Assists | M | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | Pietra Tordin | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 13 | Olivia Moultri.. | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 35 | Morgan Messner | 0 | 1 | 0 |