Thorns Down NWSL Rival Reign 2-0 Despite Pair of Red Cards

Portland prevails in heated Pacific Northwest matchup despite being reduced to 9 players.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 4:55am

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The Portland Thorns defeated the Seattle Reign 2-0 in a National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) rivalry match on Friday night, despite having two players sent off with red cards. Pietra Tordin and Reilyn Turner scored the goals for the Thorns, who played the majority of the match down a player after Cassandra Bogere was ejected in the 8th minute, and then lost Reyna Reyes in the 58th minute.

Why it matters

The Thorns-Reign rivalry is one of the fiercest in the NWSL, with the two Pacific Northwest clubs battling for supremacy in the league. Despite the adversity of playing shorthanded, the Thorns were able to grind out an important victory over their rivals in front of a record home crowd.

The details

Portland midfielder Cassandra Bogere received consecutive yellow cards in the 8th and 9th minutes, resulting in her ejection. However, the Thorns were able to take the lead in the 28th minute when Pietra Tordin headed in a goal. Reilyn Turner then made it 2-0 for Portland in the 37th minute, with Tordin providing the assist. The Thorns were reduced to 9 players in the 58th minute when Reyna Reyes was given a straight red card for violent conduct.

  • Cassandra Bogere was ejected in the 8th and 9th minutes.
  • Pietra Tordin scored in the 28th minute.
  • Reilyn Turner scored in the 37th minute.
  • Reyna Reyes was ejected in the 58th minute.

The players

Pietra Tordin

A forward for the Portland Thorns who scored a goal and provided an assist in the match.

Reilyn Turner

A forward for the Portland Thorns who scored a goal in the match.

Cassandra Bogere

A midfielder for the Portland Thorns who was ejected from the match in the 8th and 9th minutes.

Reyna Reyes

A player for the Portland Thorns who was ejected from the match in the 58th minute for violent conduct.

Seattle Reign

The Portland Thorns' Pacific Northwest rival in the NWSL.

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The takeaway

Despite being reduced to 9 players due to two red cards, the Portland Thorns were able to defeat their Pacific Northwest rivals, the Seattle Reign, in a heated NWSL matchup. This victory showcases the Thorns' resilience and ability to grind out results even when facing adversity.