The San Diego Wave, riding the momentum of a three-game winning streak, returns home to Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday night to take on the always formidable Portland Thorns.
After a tough 10th-place finish last season, managing just six victories, the Wave has flipped the script in stunning fashion. Now sitting third in the NWSL table, San Diego's resurgence has been one of the league's standout stories, as they continue their climb toward title contention.
But standing in their way is a Portland side that's never an easy opponent. The Thorns bring grit, pedigree, and plenty of firepower, and they're coming off a narrow 1-0 win over the Orlando Pride, courtesy of defender Reyna Reyes' early strike in the 16th minute.
With both teams eyeing crucial points, Saturday's clash promises to be a key litmus test for San Diego's championship credentials.
Here's everything you need to know about San Diego Wave vs. Portland Thorns, including TV channel and streaming options for the NWSL matchup.
Where to watch San Diego Wave vs. Portland Thorns NWSL: Live stream, TV channel
- TV channel: Ion
- Live stream: Fubo
This match is available for live TV broadcast on Ion in the United States. Streaming options are available on Fubo.
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San Diego Wave vs. Portland Thorns NWSL start time
- Date: Saturday, May 10
- Time: 10:00 p.m. ET | 7:00 p.m. PT
San Diego Wave and Portland Thorns clash will kick off at 10:00 p.m. ET or 7:00 p.m. PT on Saturday, May 10, from the Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California.
San Diego Wave schedule 2025
Here are the San Diego Wave's next five games for the 2025 NWSL regular season:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| May 16 | vs. NJ/NY Gotham FC | 10:00 p.m. |
| May 25 | vs. North Carolina Courage | 10:00 p.m. |
| Jun. 6 | vs. Seattle Reign | 10:00 p.m. |
| Jun. 13 | at Houston Dash | 8:00 p.m. |
| Jun. 22 | vs. Washington Spirit | 10:00 p.m. |
Portland Thorns schedule 2025
Here are the Portland Thorns' next five games of the 2025 NWSL regular season:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| May 16 | at Houston Dash | 8:00 p.m. |
| Jun. 8 | at Bay FC | 7:30 p.m. |
| Jun. 13 | vs. Washington Spirit | 9:30 p.m. |
| Jun. 22 | vs. Chicago Stars | 7:00 p.m. |
| Aug. 3 | at Washington Spirit | 10:00 p.m. |