Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W: Head-to-Head Stats
Orlando Pride W host Portland Thorns W in the NWSL Women Group Stage on 19 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 UTC. The fixture comes deep into the 2026 regular campaign, where every point is critical in shaping the playoff picture. While the venue is not specified, the context is clear: this is a key Group Stage clash with implications at both ends of the table.
In the current standings, Orlando Pride W sit 11th with 30 points from 24 matches and a goal difference of -5, fighting to climb away from the lower reaches of the league. Portland Thorns W are 6th on 39 points with a positive goal difference of +5 and are in position for the NWSL Women Play Offs Quarter-finals. Against that backdrop, this Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W stats preview underlines a meeting between a side chasing consistency and another looking to consolidate a playoff berth.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a competitive but slightly Portland-favoured head-to-head between these clubs in NWSL Women action.
- Previous meetings: 5
- Orlando Pride W wins: 2
- Draws: 0
- Portland Thorns W wins: 3
Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W Timeline & Historical Context
The Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W timeline in the NWSL Women begins, in the available record, with a sequence of matches that have largely followed home advantage, but with important exceptions that shape the narrative of this rivalry. All five documented encounters have come in league play, underscoring how familiar these sides are with each other in the regular season environment.
On 24 May 2024, at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, Orlando Pride W made a strong home statement in Regular Season - 8, beating Portland Thorns W 2-1. Orlando led 2-0 at half-time and closed out the win despite conceding once after the break. That home success was followed by a significant away result for Portland Thorns W on 12 October 2024 at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon, where they earned a 2-0 victory in Regular Season - 17, leading 1-0 at half-time and adding a second after the interval.
The 2025 campaign brought two more tightly contested fixtures. On 3 May 2025 at Providence Park in Regular Season - 7, Portland Thorns W edged a 1-0 home win over Orlando Pride W, again leading 1-0 at half-time and holding that margin to full-time. Later that year, on 11 October 2025 at Inter&Co Stadium in Regular Season - 24, Orlando Pride W responded with a 1-0 home victory, after a goalless first half, to reassert their strength on home soil. Most recently, on 16 August 2026 in the 2026 NWSL Women Group Stage at Providence Park in Portland, Portland Thorns W claimed a 2-1 home win over Orlando Pride W, turning a 0-0 half-time scoreline into a decisive second-half performance. Together, these matches paint a picture of a rivalry where home advantage has often been decisive, but where both teams have shown the ability to respond from one season to the next.
Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall head-to-head numbers underline how finely balanced, yet slightly tilted towards Portland Thorns W, this matchup has been.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Orlando Pride W 4 - 6 Portland Thorns W
- Average Goals per Match: Orlando Pride W 0.80 vs Portland Thorns W 1.20
Venue Split Performance:
- At Orlando Pride W's stadium: 2 matches played here — Orlando Pride W won 2 (as home side), Portland Thorns W won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
- At Portland Thorns W's stadium: 3 matches played here — Portland Thorns W won 3 (as home side), Orlando Pride W won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 16 August 2026: Portland Thorns W 2-1 Orlando Pride W (Half-time: 0-0) – NWSL Women Group Stage
- 11 October 2025: Orlando Pride W 1-0 Portland Thorns W (Half-time: 0-0) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 24
- 3 May 2025: Portland Thorns W 1-0 Orlando Pride W (Half-time: 1-0) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 7
- 12 October 2024: Portland Thorns W 2-0 Orlando Pride W (Half-time: 1-0) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 17
- 24 May 2024: Orlando Pride W 2-1 Portland Thorns W (Half-time: 2-0) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 8
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Orlando Pride W Matches Results and Stats
For Orlando Pride W, the most reliable guide to current momentum is their 2026 NWSL Women season to date. Across 24 league matches, they have won 9, drawn 3, and lost 12, reflecting an inconsistent campaign. At home they have been stronger, with 6 wins from 12, scoring 19 and conceding 16, while away form has been more fragile. Overall, they average 1.3 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, indicating a side that can create chances but is vulnerable defensively. Seven clean sheets contrast with five matches without scoring, underlining the variability in their performance levels.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 3, Lose 12 (season to date)
Last 5 Portland Thorns W Matches Results and Stats
Portland Thorns W arrive with a stronger 2026 NWSL Women season profile. Over 24 matches, they have 11 wins, 6 draws, and 7 defeats, positioning them firmly in the playoff race. Their home record is particularly impressive, with 7 wins and only 1 loss from 12 home games, supported by 21 goals scored and just 8 conceded. Away from home they have 4 wins, 2 draws, and 6 defeats, scoring 17 but conceding 25, showing that their attacking threat travels but defensive solidity drops on the road. Overall they average 1.6 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, with 9 clean sheets and only 2 games where they have failed to score, pointing to a generally reliable attacking unit.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 11, Draw 6, Lose 7 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
Across the Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W head-to-head record, Portland hold a narrow edge with 3 wins to 2 and a 6-4 goal advantage over 5 matches, while the venue split has been absolute: each club has won all its home games and lost all its away games in this series. The timeline of results shows that Portland Thorns W have recently capitalised on home fixtures at Providence Park, while Orlando Pride W have responded effectively at Inter&Co Stadium. Season-to-date form strengthens Portland’s case, with a better league position, more wins, and a superior goal difference, though Orlando’s relatively solid home record suggests this Group Stage encounter could be more finely balanced than the table alone implies. Overall, the stats suggest a matchup where Portland Thorns W carry a slight historical and seasonal advantage, but where home conditions for Orlando Pride W can significantly narrow the gap.
Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W H2H Statistics updated on 14 September 2026.
