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Emily Sonnett stretchered off during Gotham FC and Thorns draw

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 7:46 AM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Emily Sonnett stretchered off during Gotham FC and Thorns draw

Summary

Gotham FC faced the Portland Thorns in an intense match, ending in a 2-2 draw on July 25, 2026. Early in the game, USWNT defender Emily Sonnett suffered a non-contact knee injury and was stretchered off the field. This incident has raised concerns about her health going forward. The game continued after her departure despite the injury impacting Gotham's performance.

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Status Watch

•Gotham FC and Portland Thorns played to a 2-2 draw.
•Emily Sonnett was stretchered off after a knee injury.
•The injury occurred in the opening minutes of the match.
•The match took place on July 25, 2026.
•Sonnett's health status will be monitored post-match.

Latest Updates

6:08 PMYahoo Sports — USWNT defender Emily Sonnett stretchered off in Gotham FC match
8:25 AMESPN Soccer — USWNT's Sonnett stretchered off in Gotham FC draw

What they're saying

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Gotham FC and United States women's national team defender Emily Sonnett was stretchered off the field in the opening minutes of Gotham's 2-2 draw with the Portland Thorns on Friday after a non-contact knee injury.
— ESPN Soccer