Crystal Dunn speaks on husband Pierre Soubrier’s NWSL suspension
The Thorns fired Soubrier for improper administration of medication.
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The Portland Thorns blanked San Diego 1-0 on Saturday night, denying the Wave a win in their NWSL home debut.
The visitors got on the board early, with Natalia Kuikka receiving a through ball from Christine Sinclair and one-timing a cross to Sophia Smith, who finished off the build-up play. Smith’s goal put the Thorns up 1-0 in the fifth minute.
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The 1-0 scoreline held despite a late push from San Diego that produced a flurry of chances in the final third.
With the win, the Thorns moved atop the West Division Challenge Cup standings alongside OL Reign.
The Thorns fired Soubrier for improper administration of medication.
The NWSL will become the first women's pro league to do so
"It's just crazy that it's coming so fast," Mewis said.
O'Hara signed a two-year deal with the New Jersey club.