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Thorns Climb Without Moultrie: Gotham's Grip and the Playoff Push | Beatline Portland Thorns
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Portland Thorns FC climb to fifth in the NWSL standings despite Olivia Moultrie's ACL injury, leveraging Sam Hiatt's midfield dominance and defensive solidity. We analyze how the Thorns stack up against division rivals like NJ/NY Gotham FC and Washington Spirit, examining the tactical shifts that have kept them competitive in the top half of the league.
Sam Hiatt emerges as the key playmaker, recording 54 accurate passes against Washington Spirit, while goalkeeper Morgan Messner ensures defensive stability…
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