Portland Thorns FC has acquired $15,000 in allocation money from Gotham FC in exchange for a 2026 international roster spot. The deal was announced on April 21, 2026. Gotham FC returns to play following the international break on April 25, hosting Bay FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium for the club’s Girls in Sports Day, presented by Gruns. Portland Thorns FC will use the allocation money to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season. The team has been working hard to improve their squad and this deal is a significant step in that direction. Portland Thorns FC's management team has been busy making deals and trades to improve the team's chances of winning the league title. The team's fans are excited about the new developments and are looking forward to seeing the team in action.