Portland Thorns and Bay face each other on Thursday 05.21.2026, at 03:00 (UK Time), in a NWSL 2026 match. The game will take place at Portland Thorns's home ground, the Providence Park.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Portland Thorns and Bay, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
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Portland Thorns preview
Portland Thorns heads into the match with the following record in the NWSL: in 10 matches, Portland Thorns secured 6 victories, 2 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 2 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Portland Thorns's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 6 victories so far.
Portland Thorns has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 15 goals, of which 15 were scored in the NWSL, resulting in an average of 1.5 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Olivia Moultrie, who has found the back of the net 4 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Olivia Moultrie has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, Portland Thorns has conceded 9 goals in the NWSL (an average of 0.9 per game) and 9 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.9 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Bay preview
Bay comes into the game with 8 matches played so far in the NWSL. They have secured 3 victories, 2 draws, and 3 losses, maintaining an average of 1.38 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 3 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses.
Bay's attack has been highly effective, scoring 8 goals during this period. Of that total, 8 were netted in the NWSL, with an average of 1 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.
Bay's offensive system is led by Alexandra Pfeiffer, the team's top scorer this season. The american midfielder has found the back of the net 2 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Alexandra Pfeiffer. The midfielder has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 11 goals with an average of 1.38 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 11 goals in 8 matches, averaging 1.38 per match.
Head to head: Portland Thorns vs Bay
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Portland Thorns
USA - NWSL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L W W W |
2 |
| Home | D W W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | L W W D L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 75% | 50% |
| Goals | 2.4 | 1.5 | 3 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 0.9 | 0 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 40% | 0% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 60% | 100% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 80% | 75% | 83% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.27 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.64 | 1.36 | 1.83 |
Bay
USA - NWSL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D W L L |
1 |
| Home | D D L L W |
1 |
| Away | W L W L D |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 20% | 67% |
| Goals | 2.38 | 2.2 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 1 | 0.8 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.38 | 1.4 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 60% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 20% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 40% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 80% | 40% | 67% |
|
xG
|
1.3 | 1.43 | 1.08 |
|
xGA
|
1.56 | 1.29 | 2.01 |
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