Crystal Dunn played her first match for the Portland Thorns on Wednesday night in Providence Park. The Thorns won the match against their Cascadia rivals OL Reign 2-0 and clinched a spot in the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup Final.
Portland dominated throughout the match. The midfield dictated the tempo and put the Reign under immense pressure. It was a strong showing, especially since it was the first time the Thorns got to utilize their international players.
The Thorns rolled out their typical diamond midfield composed of Crystal Dunn, Lindsey Horan, Angela Salem, and Christine Sinclair.