Gotham FC, Portland Thorns, San Diego Wave status updates for Friday matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:51 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The NWSL returns for matchweek 19 with key matchups on Friday. Gotham FC faces the Portland Thorns, bolstered by the return of midfielder Denise O’Sullivan, though Rose Lavelle is ruled out. Portland's Reilyn Turner is back after a seven-match absence, while San Diego Wave has Kenza Dali and Gia Corley available. Racing Louisville will be without Savannah DeMelo due to illness. The matches take place amidst significant availability changes for all teams involved.
- •Gotham FC's O’Sullivan returns, Lavelle out due to head injury.
- •Turner is back for Portland after seven matches absent.
- •San Diego sees Dali and Corley available for selection.
- •Racing Louisville without DeMelo due to illness.
- •Matches are set for Friday in the NWSL.
- 4:51 PMYahoo Sports — NWSL Availability Report (Matchweek 19: Friday) – Gotham FC vs Portland Thorns, San Diego Wave vs Racing Louisville
"The latest NWSL availability report has major returns for their respective sides including Denise O’Sullivan for Gotham FC, Reilyn Turner for Portland Thorns, Kenza Dali and Gia Corley for San Diego Wave…
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