How to watch today's Portland Thorns vs Chicago Stars NWSL game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Portland Thorns FC hosts Chicago Stars FC at Providence Park on Saturday in a marquee NWSL Week 13 matchup.

The Thorns come into this contest riding an eight-match unbeaten home streak and fresh off a commanding 2-0 win over the Washington Spirit in front of a record-breaking crowd for Pride Night.

Chicago, meanwhile, are looking to rebound from a frustrating draw last weekend and will be aiming to disrupt Portland’s fortress before the league’s summer break. With both teams in the playoff hunt and a festive atmosphere expected, this match promises high stakes and plenty of energy.

Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.

How to watch Portland Thorns vs Chicago Stars online - TV channels & live streams

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The match will be shown live on ion and Tubi in the US. Live updates can be found here on GOAL.

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Portland Thorns vs Chicago Stars kick-off time

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The match will be played at Providence Park on Saturday, with kick-off at 10 pm ET for fans in the US.

Team news & squads

Portland Thorns vs Chicago Stars lineups

Portland Thorns

4-1-2-1-2

Formation

4-3-3

CST

1

B. Bixby

16

S. Hiatt

5

I. Obaze

20

K. Torpey

2

R. Reyes

17

S. Coffey

8

H. Sugita

13

O. Moultrie

21

J. Fleming

66

R. Turner

19

P. Tordin

22

H. Mackiewicz

4

C. Roccaro

12

N. Kuikka

32

T. Malham

3

S. Staab

77

M. Lopez

16

M. Hayashi

21

J. Grosso

24

J. Bike

34

A. Schlegel

10

S. Groom

4-3-3

CST

POT

-Line up

• 1

  B. Bixby

• 16

  S. Hiatt

• 5

  I. Obaze

• 20

  K. Torpey

  75’

• 2

  R. Reyes

• 17

  S. Coffey

  59’

• 8

  H. Sugita

• 13

  O. Moultrie

  88’

• 21

  J. Fleming

  88’

• 66

  R. Turner

  75’

• 19

  P. Tordin

  59’

  65’

Substitutes

• 14

  S. Hirst

• 18

  M. Arnold

• 77

  A. Spaanstra

  75’

• 29

  M. McKenzie

  75’

• 10

  D. Castellanos

  88’

• 24

  J. Perry

• 34

  Daiane

• 15

  P. Linnehan

  65’

• 26

  M. Alidou D'Anjou

  88’

Manager

• R. Gale

CST

-Line up

• 22

  H. Mackiewicz

• 4

  C. Roccaro

• 12

  N. Kuikka

  82’

• 32

  T. Malham

• 3

  S. Staab

• 77

  M. Lopez

• 16

  M. Hayashi

  82’

• 21

  J. Grosso

• 24

  J. Bike

  67’

• 34

  A. Schlegel

  88’

• 10

  S. Groom

  88’

Substitutes

• 11

  C. Curran

  82’

• 41

  H. Anderson

• 30

  C. Biegalski

• 26

  N. Gomes

  67’

• 25

  C. Barry

  88’

• 7

  A. Cook

  88’

• 23

  M. Johnson

  82’

• 20

  B. Franklin

• 27

  S. Sparkowski

Manager

• M. Hemmi

Portland Thorns team news

Portland Thorns FC enter Saturday’s clash in excellent form, having extended their unbeaten run at Providence Park to eight matches after a clinical 2-0 victory last weekend.

Reilyn Turner and Pietra Tordin provided the goals, while Jessie Fleming contributed two assists and Bella Bixby made a crucial save to preserve the clean sheet. The Thorns report no new injuries or suspensions, allowing head coach Rob Gale to field his strongest lineup. Their attack has been sharp, and the squad’s depth—bolstered by contributions from both established stars and rising talents—has been a key factor in their home dominance.

Chicago Stars team news

Chicago Stars FC arrive in Portland after a dramatic match last weekend, where Ludmila scored a rapid first-half brace but the team ultimately conceded late to settle for a draw against Seattle Reign.

The Stars have shown attacking promise but have struggled to maintain leads, a trend they’ll look to reverse against a tough Thorns side. There are no reported injuries or suspensions for Chicago, so head coach Masaki Hemmi is expected to stick with his regular starters, including Ludmila up front and a midfield anchored by Julia Bianchi. Chicago’s focus will be on tightening their defensive organization and capitalizing on transitions to challenge the Thorns’ home supremacy.

Form

Head-to-Head Record

POT

Last 5 matches

CST

4

Wins

0

Draws

1

Win

• Portland Thorns

  0

  -

  1

  Chicago Stars

• Chicago Stars

  0

  -

  2

  Portland Thorns

• Chicago Stars

  2

  -

  3

  Portland Thorns

• Portland Thorns

  4

  -

  0

  Chicago Stars

• Portland Thorns

  3

  -

  0

  Chicago Stars

12

Goals scored

3

Games over 2.5 goals

3/5

Both teams scored

1/5

Standings

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