On Sunday, Portland Thorns FC return to Providence Park as they open this year's Thorns Spring Invitational presented by Tillamook against the Chicago Red Stars (5:00pm PT, TICKETS).
Joining them in Portland for the tournament are the NWSL's Houston Dash and the U.S. U-23 Women's National Team, both of whom will face off against one another on Sunday ahead of the Thorns and Red Stars match (2:30pm PT).
Before the tournament kicks off, ThornsFC.com presents a closer look at each of the Thorns' three upcoming opponents.
Chicago Red Stars
2016 finish: 3rd place in the NWSL (33 points)
Head coach: Rory Dames (since 2011)
Players to watch: Three U.