Yesterday, we focused on the goalkeepers. Today, we’re jumping to the middle of the field. For our next look at Portland Thorns FC ahead of their preseason, we break down the midfield depth chart.
One of the most significant changes to last year’s Thorns happened in the team’s midfield, where Portland not only incorporated a new, potentially foundational talent but also changed their approach. Gone was the three-player look the team has predominantly used since head coach Mark Parsons’ arrival; in came a new, four-player look hoping to leverage the dynamism of Lindsey Horan and her new teammate, Rocky Rodriguez.