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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · Feb 7

Last Friday, I got to live out one of my lifelong dreams of talking sports on LIVE TV. I've had this dream since I was a kid & it really came true.

I can't thank Guillermo Motta and Tyree Smith enough for having me on the ARC PDX Sports Show to talk @thornsfc.com & @nwslsoccer.com.

#BAONPDX #NWSL

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 6h

To make matters even worse, the Orlando Pride came in allowing 1+ goals in seven consecutive games before they shutout Portland Thorns tonight.

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 6h

FT 0-1 #BAONPDX

This has been the story all second half of the NWSL season, defend pretty darn good for all but one moment.

That’s 11 straight matches allowing one or more goals.

The home playoff match - top four seed is now out of their hands and looking like a long shot.

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 7h

M.A Vignola’s impact since the trade from Angel City FC couldn’t be more obvious #BAONPDX

Her fit with the Portland Thorns is as good as it gets.

Also if this game is tied late, there is a ‘cheat code’ in Liv Moultrie’s free kick at the top of the box…

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 7h

KIRBYYYYYY

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 8h

LFG PLEASE

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 8h

Reilyn Turner is having helluva a game so far. All three chances have come from her play at winger - her development at the position has been tremendous #BAONPDX

Sam Coffey, Jessie Fleming, and Olivia Moultrie all had good looks so far from RT crosses.

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 16h

1. Yes, team was allowed to do that, but have been “rebuilding” their roster with young talent instead. They’ve pivoted off strategy a bit this szn because of injuries. Honestly seems like they’re saving it for returning players & potential re-signings.

2. I think he meant just the new facilities.

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 1d

For folks wanting to see Rob Gale's full pregame media availability.

You can see it here 👇
youtu.be/u_OOKkK-74o?...

Rob Gale | Orlando Pride preview, Mackenzie Arnold and Sam Coffey leadership, & player availability

YouTube video by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win)

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 1d

M.A. Vignola's addition to the group

"M.A.'s been unreal. She's honestly came in so seamlessly. It feels like she's been here since the start of the season. Especially off the field, she's hilarious. She fits in with our culture so well. The girls love her already."

"Exactly how we want to play."

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 1d

Mackenzie "Macca" Arnold on handling adversity throughout the season #BAONPDX

"The girls have been the best bunch I've ever played with. They'd had my back 100%."

"I'm in a good place now. Thanks to them, it's been a lot easier to block out all the s**t around the outside that I'm getting."

Mackenzie Arnold | Orlando Pride match preview, M.A. Vignola, handling adversity, & crochet club

YouTube video by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win)

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 2d

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 2d

🆕 All For XI's latest NWSL Power Rankings!

Emma Sears makes a statement & case for MVP, Olivia Moultrie continues her dominance with set pieces, KC Current make even more history, and much more.

Which teams took care of business?👇
www.allforxi.com/nwsl/9513/nw...

NWSL Power Rankings (matchday 23): Racing Louisville and Emma Sears shine in win over over NC Courage, Olivia Moultrie’s set piece greatness, and more

All For XI’s NWSL Power Rankings are back and many marquee matches pitted playoff teams against one another. Who continued their rise and which teams fell?

www.allforxi.com

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 3d

Portland Thorns 🤝 M.A. Vignola #BAONPDX

"The history they have, the winning mentality, and everything they have going on here is an environment I want to put myself in.” - M.A.

"You’re going to see a lot, lot more from M.A. in the future." - Head Coach Rob Gale

www.allforxi.com/nwsl/9515/po...

Portland Thorns’ M.A. Vignola signs contract extension through 2027 with club option for 2028

After being traded from Angel City FC to Portland Thorns, M.A. Vignola started immediately and made an immediate impact for her new club.

www.allforxi.com

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 3d

“I thought that was a terrific debut and you're going to see a lot, lot more from M.A. in the future.” - Rob Gale

Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 3d

NEWS: Portland Thorns defender M.A. Vignola has signed a contract extension through the 2027 season with a club option for 2028 #BAONPDX

📸: @kelseybaker.bsky.social

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

I also want to add this…

Since I’ve covered the team… Every single time I’ve been at training, Liv Moultrie is always one of the last players to leave.

Rob Gale always raves about all the work she puts in whether that is film study or just being a student of the game. I also want to add this…

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

I pitched this question to @emmaswett.bsky.social and she made it so much better. Excellent colleague and teammate.

I'm honestly, just waiting for her to be a future sideline reporter at NWSL or Portland Thorns matches on top of all the amazing things she already does for Big Ten.

Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

Rob Gale: "Legend (Christine Sinclair) & Future Legend (Olivia Moultrie)." #BAONPDX

"I really appreciate him saying that, been a huge support system for me... I've loved playing for him."

"Love being in Portland. If I can accomplish all my goals here, that's a dream come true."

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

A work of art.
A masterpiece.

Our Game Magazine @ourgamemagazine.bsky.social · 6d

Olivia Moultrie.

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

Liv: "Honestly, credit to you. She immediately fits in with the group... M.A. stepped in and her energy, joy, excitement around everything."

It's so dang important to highlight what players traded this late in the season have to go through, especially during this quick of a turnaround.

Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

M.A. Vignola shares her 'whirlwind' of a week #BAONPDX

"It's been a whirlwind of a week. I've got back from playing Racing Louisville with Angel City, Sunday at 2am. Then hopped on a flight Monday morning & trained Tuesday (PTFC)."

Liv: "How did you get through so many minutes?"

MA: "Yeah..."

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

"Liv loves her football, she probably takes another 30 when she gets home." - Rob Gale

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 5d

Olivia Moultrie's rise to stardom isn't a surprise, just a matter of when. It was bound to happen with a work ethic that is simply, unmatched #BAONPDX #USWNT

"The free kicks - I've been practicing those every day. I've gotten kicked off the field a bunch of times."

Team leader in goals with six.

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 6d

Portland Thorns have earned 13 points from losing positions this season, that’s the most in NWSL.

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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️ @phuocerman.bsky.social · 6d

“Legend and Future Legend.” - Rob Gale

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