# NWSL match results and developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nwsl-match-results-and-developments
> Updated: 2026-09-07T14:04:59.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In late August 2026, the Portland Thorns secured a 1-0 victory against the Denver Summit, driven by a 44th-minute goal from Sophia Wilson and a clean sheet from goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold.

By early September, the Thorns faced a different outcome at Providence Park, losing 2-1 to the Washington Spirit in a comeback match. While Sophia Wilson opened the scoring for Portland with a penalty, Washington equalized through Tara Rudd and secured the win via a goal from Mélissa Bethi. The match was noted for officiating controversy involving referee Cristian Campo and a stoppage-time red card for Andi Sullivan. The Spirit victory marked a milestone for head coach Adrián González and influenced the NWSL playoff race.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Washington Spirit defeat Portland Thorns 2-1 in comeback win

The Washington Spirit defeated the Portland Thorns 2-1 at Providence Park, marking their first win in Portland and a milestone 28th victory for head coach Adrián González.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-spirit-defeat-portland-thorns-2-1-in-comeback-win

### 2026-08-23: Portland Thorns defeat Denver Summit 1-0 in NWSL action

Sophia Wilson's 10th goal of the season led the Portland Thorns to a 1-0 win over the Denver Summit, while the North Carolina Courage defeated the Boston Legacy 2-1.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/portland-thorns-defeat-denver-summit-1-0-in-nwsl-action

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