Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W Stats and Head-to-Head Record

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 crucial in shaping the playoff picture. While the venue is not listed, the context is clear: Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W stats suggest a meeting between a side chasing stability in mid-table and an opponent firmly in the playoff mix.

In the current NWSL Women standings, Orlando Pride W sit 11th with 30 points from 24 matches, carrying a goal difference of -5. Portland Thorns W, by contrast, are 6th on 39 points with a positive goal difference of +5 and are currently in a position marked for the NWSL Women Play Offs Quarter-finals. That gap in both points and goal difference underlines the stakes: Orlando need a statement result to close the gap, while Portland will look to consolidate their top-six standing. Against that backdrop, the Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W stats and history provide a valuable lens on how this matchup tends to play out.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive but slightly Portland-leaning rivalry across their recent NWSL Women meetings.

• 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

Looking at the Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W timeline, all five recorded meetings come from NWSL Women league play between 2024 and 2026, offering a clear, recent snapshot of how these sides match up. The rivalry has swung back and forth, with both clubs enjoying home success and Portland edging the overall balance.

The earliest meeting in this dataset took place on 24 May 2024 in the NWSL Women Regular Season - 8 at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida. Orlando Pride W, playing at home, took control early and went into the break 2-0 up before closing out a 2-1 victory over Portland Thorns W. That home win set the tone for Orlando’s ability to be dangerous on their own patch in this fixture.

On 12 October 2024, the sides met again in Regular Season - 17 at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon. Portland Thorns W responded strongly, leading 1-0 at half-time and extending their advantage to seal a 2-0 home win over Orlando Pride W. The 2025 season followed a similar pattern of home dominance: on 3 May 2025 in Regular Season - 7 at Providence Park, Portland Thorns W won 1-0 after leading 1-0 at half-time; then, on 11 October 2025 in Regular Season - 24 at Inter&Co Stadium, Orlando Pride W edged a tight 1-0 home victory, again turning their stadium into a difficult venue for Portland.

The most recent chapter came on 16 August 2026 in the Group Stage at Providence Park in Portland. After a goalless first half, Portland Thorns W found a way through, winning 2-1 at home against Orlando Pride W. That result nudged Portland ahead in the overall head-to-head, reinforcing their strength in Oregon and adding extra context to the upcoming clash in Florida.

Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W stats show a narrow edge for Portland, with both sides generally competitive and matches often decided by fine margins.

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 Inter&Co Stadium: 2 matches played here — Orlando Pride W won 2 (as home side), Portland Thorns W won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Providence Park: 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

Specific last-five-match data is not listed separately, but Orlando Pride W’s season to date profile in the 2026 NWSL Women campaign offers a clear form picture. Over 24 league fixtures, Orlando have won 9, drawn 3 and lost 12, with 31 goals scored and 36 conceded. At home they are stronger: 6 wins, 1 draw and 5 defeats, scoring 19 and conceding 16, reflecting a side that can trouble opponents in Orlando but remains vulnerable defensively.

• Recent Results Summary: season to date – Win 9, Draw 3, Lose 12

Last 5 Portland Thorns W Matches Results and Stats

For Portland Thorns W, the season to date numbers underline a more consistent campaign. Across 24 league matches, Portland have 11 wins, 6 draws and 7 losses, with 38 goals scored and 33 conceded. Their home form is excellent (7 wins, 4 draws, 1 loss, 21 goals for and only 8 against), while away from home they are more volatile: 4 wins, 2 draws and 6 defeats, scoring 17 but conceding 25. That away record suggests attacking threat but defensive openness on the road.

• Recent Results Summary: season to date – Win 11, Draw 6, Lose 7

Historical Statistical Verdict

The historical record between these sides is finely balanced but tilts slightly towards Portland Thorns W, who lead the head-to-head 3 wins to 2 and have scored more goals overall. The Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W stats highlight a clear venue effect: Orlando Pride W are perfect at Inter&Co Stadium in this matchup, while Portland Thorns W have been flawless at Providence Park. Season to date, Portland arrive with the stronger league position, better overall record and more prolific attack, whereas Orlando rely on home resilience and the knowledge that they have beaten Portland in both previous Orlando fixtures. Taken together, the trends suggest a competitive encounter in which Portland’s higher league standing is counterbalanced by Orlando’s historical home advantage in this specific fixture.

Orlando Pride W vs Portland Thorns W H2H Statistics updated on 14 September 2026.