Utah Royals and Portland Thorns face each other in an official match of the 2026 NWSL season. The game takes place at America First Field on Monday, 03/08/2026, at 00:00 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Utah Royals vs Portland Thorns, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
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Utah Royals preview
Utah Royals comes into the match having played 17 games in the NWSL so far. They have recorded 9 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 1.76 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 9 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses.
Utah Royals's attack has scored 26 goals during this period. Out of this total, 26 goals were scored in the NWSL, averaging 1.53 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.53.
The offence system of Utah Royals is led by Cloe Lacasse as the top scorer of the season. The canadian forward has scored 6 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Cloe Lacasse, who has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 18 goals with an average of 1.06 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 18 goals conceded in 17 matches, resulting in an average of 1.06.
Portland Thorns preview
On the other hand, Portland Thorns comes into the match having played 17 games in the NWSL so far. They have recorded 8 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 1.65 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 8 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses.
Portland Thorns's attack has scored 27 goals during this period. Out of this total, 27 goals were scored in the NWSL, averaging 1.59 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.59.
The offence system of Portland Thorns is led by Sophia Olivia Smith as the top scorer of the season. The american forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Pietra Tordin, who has contributed with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 20 goals with an average of 1.18 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 20 goals conceded in 17 matches, resulting in an average of 1.18.
Head to head: Utah Royals vs Portland Thorns
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Utah Royals
USA - NWSL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W L L |
1.2 |
| Home | L W L W W |
1.8 |
| Away | W L D D W |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 53% | 63% | 44% |
| Goals | 2.59 | 2.25 | 2.89 |
| Scored | 1.53 | 1.25 | 1.78 |
| Conceded | 1.06 | 1 | 1.11 |
| Both Teams to Score | 59% | 50% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 35% | 38% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 12% | 13% | 11% |
| 1st to Score | 65% | 75% | 56% |
|
xG
|
1.6 | 1.69 | 1.52 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 0.95 | 1.62 |
Portland Thorns
USA - NWSL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L W D |
1 |
| Home | D W D W D |
1.8 |
| Away | L L L L W |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 47% | 63% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.76 | 2.5 | 3 |
| Scored | 1.59 | 2 | 1.22 |
| Conceded | 1.18 | 0.5 | 1.78 |
| Both Teams to Score | 47% | 25% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 47% | 75% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 12% | 13% | 11% |
| 1st to Score | 65% | 75% | 78% |
|
xG
|
1.59 | 1.59 | 1.59 |
|
xGA
|
1.75 | 1.61 | 1.87 |
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