The NWSL is back! After a month-long break during the Olympics, Seattle Reign FC returns to action with a must-win home match against rival Portland Thorns FC. It’s the last of four meetings between the two sides, and is arguably Seattle’s most important game this year.
With just five matches left in the regular season, Reign FC sits in sixth place with a 5-5-5 record. There’s five points separating Seattle from the final playoff spot, which is currently occupied by the Chicago Red Stars. Three points aren’t just nice to have at this point; they are necessary if Seattle wants to gain any momentum on its quest for a third straight playoff berth.