Portland's 1-0 win clinches 2026 NWSL playoff spots for four clubs

Equalizer Soccer reports Portland's 1-0 win over North Carolina secured 2026 NWSL playoff spots for the Thorns, Angel City, Kansas City and Utah. Portland reached the postseason for a league-record 10th straight season, while Utah qualified for the first time. As of the October 24 report, Seattle, North Carolina and Denver were vying for the final spot.