Portland Thorns vs Chicago Red Stars | Prediction | NWSL | 14/09

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Portland Thorns and Chicago Red Stars face each other on Monday 09.14.2026, at 00:00 (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 Chicago Red Stars, 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.

APWin predictions for Portland Thorns vs Chicago Red Stars

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

Portland Thorns Win

Market: Portland Thorns Win · @ 1.18

1.18

Confidence

72%

Last updated: 09-09-2026

The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

Based on our analysis, Portland Thorns vs Chicago Red Stars looks like going to fall safely under 2.5 goals.

The statistics point to the match being more of a defensive struggle, with the two teams more likely to play cautiously than they are to go out and attack.

Our prediction is: Portland Thorns win or draw

The match is an evenly balanced affair with very little difference between the two sides. But the added benefit of home advantage is enough to tilt the scales in Portland Thorns's favour.

We recommend betting on Portland Thorns to win or draw on the Double Chance market. Since they will be playing in front of their home fans, that should give them that extra boost they need to avoid defeat, which is the only condition to win the bet.

Portland Thorns preview

Portland Thorns heads into the match with the following record in the NWSL: in 23 matches, Portland Thorns secured 11 victories, 5 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.65 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Portland Thorns's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 11 victories so far.

Portland Thorns has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 37 goals, of which 37 were scored in the NWSL, resulting in an average of 1.61 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Sophia Olivia Smith, who has found the back of the net 12 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Pietra Tordin has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 9 assists.

On the defensive side, Portland Thorns has conceded 32 goals in the NWSL (an average of 1.39 per game) and 32 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.39 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Portland Thorns's Latest Results

Chicago Red Stars preview

Chicago Red Stars comes into the game with 23 matches played so far in the NWSL. They have secured 5 victories, 1 draws, and 17 losses, maintaining an average of 0.7 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 5 wins, 1 draws, and 17 losses.

Chicago Red Stars's attack has been highly effective, scoring 13 goals during this period. Of that total, 13 were netted in the NWSL, with an average of 0.57 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.57.

Chicago Red Stars's offensive system is led by Jordyn Pamela Huitema, the team's top scorer this season. The canadian forward has found the back of the net 4 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Ryan Gareis. The forward has contributed with 2 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 53 goals with an average of 2.3 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 53 goals in 23 matches, averaging 2.3 per match.

Chicago Red Stars's Latest Results