Hammered Rivets: Chicago offers world’s best hot dogs; good soccer, too

It’s been far too long since we watched the Thorns at home. At least we were rewarded with a very exciting and sharply played match against the visiting Chicago Red Stars. Sam Kerr was great, and conditions were good — the referee less so, and the result less so still. But a 2-2 draw is better than a loss. Many scenarios remain that will see us enjoy September with three straight home matches and another star for the crest.

The banner gnomes had some new images gracing the walls.

So much time has passed that the east side construction is now starting the third level.