Seven years after she left the National Women's Soccer League as its most prolific scorer, Sam Kerr marked her return to the league with her first goal since rejoining Gotham FC, an equalizer against Portland Thorns. AdvertisementAdvertisement Advertisement"I'm obviously happy to score, help the team, but I expect more from myself," Kerr said post-match. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementEmily Sonnett's return to Providence Park, meanwhile, lasted just 11 minutes as the Gotham defender was taken off on a stretcher after appearing to suffer a left knee injury. She immediately grabbed her left knee and signaled toward the Gotham bench for medical assistance. US Women's national team, Portland Thorns, Gotham FC, NWSL, Women's Soccer2026 The Athletic Media Company