USWNT and Portland Thorns legend Becky Sauerbrunn is coming back to the Rose City to assist the club as a technical consultant for the remainder of the 2026 season. A two-time Women’s World Cup winner, three-time NWSL champion and four-time NWSL defender of the year, Sauerbrunn aims to bring her expertise and mentorship to the players. “My role will be multifaceted,” Sauerbrunn told The Athletic. “I’ll work with the back line, but I’ll also be a resource for the coaching staff and the players. I