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Know Your Opponent: Portland Thorns FC

For the third time in four seasons, the Pride will open their season against Portland Thorns FC. In preparation for Sunday’s 5 p.m. kickoff at Orlando City Stadium, here’s a look at the upcoming opposition:

Key Transactions
One thing that may be a strength for the Thorns is their lack of transactions. The team announced its 2019 roster on Friday and is returning 21 players who were a part of last year’s team that reached the 2018 Championship. One addition to keep an eye on is the return of Florida State product Dagny Brynjarsdottir, who re-joined the Thorns after missing last season due to pregnancy.