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United States' Alana Cook, left, is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the first half of an international friendly soccer match against Ireland Tuesday, April 11, 2023, in St. Louis.

Cook scores on her birthday as U.S. beats Ireland 1-0

United States' Alana Cook, left, is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the first half of an international friendly soccer match against Ireland Tuesday, April 11, 2023, in St. Louis.

April 11, 2023, 8:41pm Soccer

Alana Cook scored her first international goal on her 26th birthday and the United States beat Ireland 1-0 in an exhibition on Tuesday night as the teams prepare for the Women’s World Cup this summer. Read story

Vancouver Whitecaps' Brian White, right, celebrates with Julian Gressel after scoring a goal against the Portland Timbers during the second half of an MLS soccer match Saturday, April 8, 2023, in Vancouver, British Columbia.

White’s goal lifts Whitecaps to 1-0 victory over Timbers

Vancouver Whitecaps' Brian White, right, celebrates with Julian Gressel after scoring a goal against the Portland Timbers during the second half of an MLS soccer match Saturday, April 8, 2023, in Vancouver, British Columbia.

April 8, 2023, 11:03pm Soccer

Brian White scored in the second half and the Vancouver Whitecaps edged the Portland Timbers 1-0 on Saturday night in a Cascadia Cup matchup. Read story

United States midfielder Lindsey Horan (10) and other players stands by as teammate Mallory Swanson receives medical attention after an injury in the first half of an international friendly soccer match against Ireland in Austin, Texas, Saturday, April 8, 2023.

Swanson’s injury a concern as U.S. downs Ireland 2-0

United States midfielder Lindsey Horan (10) and other players stands by as teammate Mallory Swanson receives medical attention after an injury in the first half of an international friendly soccer match against Ireland in Austin, Texas, Saturday, April 8, 2023.

April 8, 2023, 2:33pm National Sports

Emily Fox and Lindsey Horan both scored for the United States in a 2-0 victory Saturday over Ireland that was marred by what appeared to be a serious left knee injury to Mallory Swanson. Read story

Boli’s late goal helps Portland earn 1-1 draw with Dallas

April 1, 2023, 8:05pm Soccer

Franck Boli scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the Portland Timbers to a 1-1 draw with FC Dallas on Saturday night. Read story

FILE - Portland Thorns FC forward Christine Sinclair (12) celebrates after the NWSL championship soccer match against the Kansas City Current, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Washington. The Portland Thorns' Christine Sinclair is one of just five players who helped launch the National Women's Soccer League in 2013 and are still with their same teams.

5 NWSL players have been with the same team all 11 seasons

FILE - Portland Thorns FC forward Christine Sinclair (12) celebrates after the NWSL championship soccer match against the Kansas City Current, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Washington. The Portland Thorns' Christine Sinclair is one of just five players who helped launch the National Women's Soccer League in 2013 and are still with their same teams.

March 30, 2023, 5:28pm Soccer

Portland was the only place Christine Sinclair ever wanted to play. Read story

Portland Timbers goalkeeper David Bingham. (AP Photo/Jae C.

Timbers, LA Galaxy play to scoreless draw

Portland Timbers goalkeeper David Bingham. (AP Photo/Jae C.

March 25, 2023, 4:36pm Soccer

Timbers goalkeeper David Bingham made four saves before he was hurt in stoppage time and Portland played to a 0-0 draw with the LA Galaxy on Saturday. Read story

FILE - Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith holds the MVP trophy after the team's NWSL championship soccer match against the Kansas City Current, Oct. 29, 2022, in Washington. At left is NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman. Portland is also among the favorites this season because of a loaded roster that includes U.S. national team players like Sophia Smith, Crystal Dunn and Becky Sauerbrunn.

NWSL embarks on 11th season boosted by World Cup excitement

FILE - Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith holds the MVP trophy after the team's NWSL championship soccer match against the Kansas City Current, Oct. 29, 2022, in Washington. At left is NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman. Portland is also among the favorites this season because of a loaded roster that includes U.S. national team players like Sophia Smith, Crystal Dunn and Becky Sauerbrunn.

March 23, 2023, 6:46pm National Sports

The National Women’s Soccer League embarks on its 11th season this weekend with players looking to capitalize on the excitement building ahead of the Women’s World Cup while also trying to move on from the turbulence of the last two seasons. Read story

Atlanta United defender Caleb Wiley (26) scored a goal as the 18-year-old helped his team to a 5-1 win over the Portland Timbers on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Atlanta.

Timbers can’t keep up with red-hot Atlanta, fall 5-1

Atlanta United defender Caleb Wiley (26) scored a goal as the 18-year-old helped his team to a 5-1 win over the Portland Timbers on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Atlanta.

March 18, 2023, 7:12pm Soccer

Teenage defender Caleb Wiley scored again, Thiago Almada added a goal and two assists and Atlanta United added to the best start in club history with a 5-1 romp over the Portland Timbers on Saturday night. Read story

Los Angeles FC forward Kwadwo Opoku (22) misses a header under pressure by Portland Timbers defender Claudio Bravo (5) during the second half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Los Angeles. The LAFC won 3-2. (AP Photo/Jae C.

Timbers to host Tigres UANL, Earthquakes in Leagues Cup group stage

Los Angeles FC forward Kwadwo Opoku (22) misses a header under pressure by Portland Timbers defender Claudio Bravo (5) during the second half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Los Angeles. The LAFC won 3-2. (AP Photo/Jae C.

March 9, 2023, 3:37pm Soccer

The Portland Timbers are set to host Tigres UANL of Liga MX and the San Jose Earthquakes in the group stage of Leagues Cup 2023, it was announced Thursday. Read story

Los Angeles FC midfielder Jose Cifuentes, bottom, heads the ball against Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Chara during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C.

LAFC beats Timbers 3-2 after raising title banners

Los Angeles FC midfielder Jose Cifuentes, bottom, heads the ball against Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Chara during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C.

March 4, 2023, 4:36pm Soccer

Giorgio Chiellini scored his first MLS goal, and Los Angeles FC opened its defense of the MLS title with a 3-2 victory over the Portland Timbers on Saturday. Read story