Reyna Reyes scored early in the first half and the Portland Thorns held on for a 1-0 victory over the Orlando Pride on Saturday in the National Women’s Soccer League.
In the only other NWSL match, the North Carolina Courage got a 2-0 win on the road against the Utah Royals.
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It was just the second loss through seven games this season for the Pride, last season’s NWSL champions, who share the league lead with five wins.
Portland remained undefeated at Providence Park this season with two wins and three draws. The Thorns haven’t lost at home since October last year, when they fell 2-0 to the Pride.
Reyes’ first goal for the Thorns this season came in the 16th minute. The Mexican international maneuvered around three defenders with a strike from outside the box that went just inside the post.
Pride goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse collided with a Thorns player early in the second half and had to leave the game. She was replaced by backup McKinley Crone, who made her season debut.
Sam Coffey rejoined the Thorns after missing last week’s 3-3 draw against Racing Louisville with and excused absence.