It was the second contest the Thorns and the Reign had in less than two weeks in the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup. After the 1-1 draw they’ had in Lumen Field, the scenario changed to Providence Park where the Thorns were defeated 0-1.
Christine Sinclair was back in the starting XI, but the team had to play without Yazmeen Ryan (excused absence) so Madison Pogarch replaced her and got her first start of the year. Abby Smith started in goal for the second time in this year.
Despite the home team’s good performance (maybe the best this year so far), Jess Fishlock ended up being the game-changer with an assist to Rose Lavelle, who ended up scoring the only goal of the game.