Portland wins Cascadia rivalry match against Seattle 4-2 in the NWSL
Reilyn Turner's goal put Portland in front in the first half and the Thorns went on to defeat the rival Seattle Reign 4-2 on Sunday in the National Women's Soccer League.
The so-called Cascadia rivalry dates back to the NWSL's first year in 2013. It was the league-high 43rd meeting between the two Pacific Northwest squads.
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