The match of SEPTEMBER round between Utah Royals (W) и Portland Thorns (W) took place on 7 September 2019, Saturday.
The last meeting of these teams took place more than a month ago (20 July 2019) and ended with the draw with a score 2-2.
League table
The distance between the teams in the league table is 5 points. In addition, the both teams are in the TOP position in the standings.
Utah Royals (W) is in the TOP-4 with 31 points. This is the 20th of 36 team game in the tournament.
The difference with the nearest team on top is 4 points (Utah Royals (W) can score 48 points). In addition, the distance from the first place is 6 points (48 points are possible). The nearest pursuer is 4 points lower and has the opportunity to score 48 points additionally. The goal difference is 22:18. Utah Royals (W) has the best defensive record in the league.
Portland Thorns (W) is in the TOP-4 with 36 points. This is the 21st of 36 team game in the tournament.
The difference with the nearest team on top is 1 point (Portland Thorns (W) can score 45 points). In addition, the distance from the first place is 1 point (45 points are possible). The nearest pursuer is 1 point lower and has the opportunity to score 42 points additionally. The goal difference is 39:24. In additional, Portland Thorns (W) has the best offensive record in the league.
Utah Royals (W) Stats
The team scored 16 points оn its own field in 10 last matches, with the following results 5 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 12-10. The average number of goals is 1.2.
Portland Thorns (W) Stats
The team scored 12 points when playing away in 10 last matches, with the following results 3 wins, 3 draws и 4 losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 12-13. The average number of goals is 1.2.