The Washington Spirit has withdrawn from a major international tournament this summer in Portland, Ore., because of scheduling concerns.
As defending National Women’s Soccer League champions, the Spirit was slated to play in the Women’s International Champions Cup on Aug. 17-20 in Portland, Ore., with the Portland Thorns; Olympique Lyonnais, the UEFA Women’s Champions League winner; and English WSL champion Chelsea.
Organizers were to announce details Thursday, but with the Spirit planning to withdraw, the announcement was pushed to next Wednesday. Monterrey (Mexico) will replace Washington, multiple people close to the matter said.