Portland Thorns and USWNT star Olivia Moultrie out for season with ACL injury
Olivia Moultrie, one of the most promising young talents in American women's soccer, has torn her ACL and will miss the rest of the 2026 season. The injury is a significant blow to the Portland Thorns' NWSL campaign and to the USWNT, where Moultrie has been an increasingly important squad member. No specific return timeline beyond the season has been confirmed, but ACL tears typically require 6-9 months of rehabilitation.
Read the full story at theguardian.comMoultrie's absence removes a dynamic attacking option from both Portland Thorns and the USWNT during a critical stretch of the season. The Thorns lose creativity and goal threat in the final third, potentially forcing tactical adjustments and greater reliance on their remaining attacking roster. For the USWNT, the injury depletes midfield depth heading into international windows, especially if senior players are managing workload.
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