Portland Thorns FC neutralized San Diego Wave FC's attack, securing a 2-0 victory at Providence Park. Marie Müller scored her first career goal in the 10th minute, which proved to be the game-winner. Portland handed San Diego its first loss since the season opener on March 14, ending its remarkable five-game win streak. The Thorns capitalized on their first attacking opportunity 10 minutes into the match. With the Wave backline intact, Olivia Moultrie completed a pass to 25-year-old Marie Müller, who stepped into the shot from distance. Müller converted a beautiful strike that entered the right side of the net, scoring her first-career goal. San Diego's attack was active throughout the game, but they failed to generate dangerous scoring opportunities. In the 64th minute, Thorns forward Sophia Wilson released her shot right outside the box, and it lasered past goalkeeper Leah Freeman and into the bottom left of the net. This was Wilson's second goal in four days. The two standouts for Portland were Müller, whose early goal proved to be the game-winner, and Mackenzie Arnold, who made three saves protecting the net. Portland's lone loss on the season came against San Diego. They tied 2-2 against the NC Courage before the international break. On Sunday, they defeated a good Angel City FC squad 2-1 thanks to goals from Pietra Tordin and Sophia Wilson. Tordin has three goals and two assists on the season. The Thorns shifted all of its focus and energy to defend after taking a two-goal lead. San Diego finished the game with more possession, shots, and corner kicks, but Portland was the much better team. Jonas Eidevall wisely used the same lineup he's been using for the past couple of matches. This was their second meeting between the two teams in 2026. Dudinha scored the 3rd-fastest goal in club history, putting them ahead in the second minute on March 25 at Snapdragon Stadium. Godfrey and Melanie Barcenas added goals to secure the 3-1 win against the Thorns. San Diego won't have to wait long to regroup and start another win streak. The Wave defeated Utah, Portland, Chicago, Boston, and Denver during their five-game win streak. Rookie sensation Lia Godfrey scored in the 49th minute, then assisted Kennedy Wesley's header goal from a corner kick. An own goal by a Denver defender decided the outcome in the 65th minute after Dudinha attempted a pass inside the box. Godfrey has the second-most goals scored in the league entering matchday seven, behind Orlando Pride's Barbra Banda. The 24-year-old received Rookie of the Month honors for March. Portland Thorns FC's victory over San Diego Wave FC marks a significant turning point in the season. With the win, the Thorns move up the rankings and gain momentum heading into their next match. The team's performance was impressive, with Müller and Wilson standing out as key players. The Thorns' defense was solid, with Arnold making crucial saves to protect the net. The team's strategy to shift focus to defense after taking the lead paid off, as they were able to secure the win despite San Diego's strong attack.