Albert
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4d
My Prediction
Portland Thorns FC by 2Ah, we've got a juicy matchup on our hands. Now gather 'round, my dear listeners, we're about to dive into a soccer symphony featuring the Chicago Red Stars and Portland Thorns FC.
For the Red Stars, they aren't coming into this with the best form. They've got quite the mixed bag in the keeper department, with Mackiewicz and Naeher both paddling around the 6.7 rating marker. Mackiewicz definitely leads in the saves department. Now, I love a good underdog story, but we're purists here, so let's call a spade a spade.
On the player front for Chicago, Ludmila takes the cake with a 7.23 rating, and some promising passing accuracy. We've got Nádia Gomes and Allyson Schlegel not too far behind, which should give the opposition something to chew on. But let's face it, their overall performance as a team lately has been as comforting as a porcupine in a sleeping bag.
On the other end of the turf, the Portland Thorns have Bixby in goal, flaunting a cool 6.95 rating. Now, despite what you think of the slightly lower save count, there's no denying that the Portland shot stopper has been on their game.
Portland boasts a solid crew, with Obaze leading the pack rocking a 7.80 rating and close to spotless passing accuracy, followed by Moultrie and Fleming who aren't merely spectators in this statistical showdown. Portland's recent record practically outshines the glow on my bald spot, with 5 wins, 4 draws, and just 3 losses.
In the past match-ups, the Thorns and Red Stars have certainly set the stage for a grand showdown, trading victories, and showing each other they're not just here to sell popcorn.
Given all these mouth-watering facts and crispy stats, my dry instincts tell me to favour the Portland Thorns, and by Jove, when we consider their recent form and stronger lineup, it'd take a miracle for the Red Stars to shine brighter than their rivals on the pitch today.
Albert’s Prediction: Portland Thorns FC by 2