Portland Thorns’ Olivia Moultrie Sidelined with ACL Injury: A Setback for the 2026 NWSL Season

FolioPitch.com – 12 August 2026 | The Portland Thorns have announced that midfielder Olivia Moultrie has been placed on the Season-Ending Injury (SEI) List, dealing a significant blow to the team’s chances in the 2026 NWSL season.

Moultrie, a 20-year-old midfielder, sustained an ACL injury to her right knee in a training session last week, according to the Portland Thorns FC. The injury will not only keep her out for the remainder of the season but also force her to miss the Concacaf Women’s Championship, which serves as World Cup and Olympic qualification.

‘Olivia is one of the most driven players I have been around, and she will use that drive during her recovery and rehabilitation,’ said Jeff Agoos, President and GM of Soccer Operations for Portland Thorns. ‘She has our full support and every resource this club can put behind her.’

Moultrie has been a vital part of the Portland Thorns this season, starting 15 of her 16 appearances and scoring five goals, while also providing five assists. Her contributions have been instrumental in the team’s success, and her absence will undoubtedly be felt.

As one of the top midfielders in the league, Moultrie’s injury is a significant loss for the team. Her experience and skill will be missed, and her absence will give opposing teams an opportunity to capitalize on the Portland Thorns’ weakened midfield.

The Portland Thorns will need to regroup and find a way to compensate for Moultrie’s absence. With the Concacaf Women’s Championship just around the corner, every point will count, and the team will need to dig deep to find the strength to keep pushing forward.

The injury is a setback, but the Portland Thorns remain committed to supporting Moultrie throughout her recovery and rehabilitation. With world-class care and every resource at their disposal, the team is confident that Moultrie will make a full recovery and return to the pitch stronger than ever.