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Thorns FC goalkeeper Adrianna Franch named NWSL Player of the Week

PORTLAND, Ore. Portland Thorns FC goalkeeper Adrianna Franch was named the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Player of the Week by the NWSL Media Association for Week 20, it was announced today.

Franch posted her second clean sheet of the season, while tallying six saves, helping Portland to earn a 2-0 win on the road against the Orlando Pride on Aug. 11. It is the second time Franch has been honored as the NWSL Player of the Week, as she also received the honor during Week 14.

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