Women's International Champions Cup: Sinclair Leads Thorns Past América in Debut Match

Thorns Impress in Inaugural Match

The Portland Thorns made their debut in the Women's International Champions Cup with a 2-1 victory over Club América.

Christine Sinclair, the Thorns' captain, scored the winning goal in the 83rd minute.

The Thorns controlled the match from the start, possessing the ball for 62% of the game.

They created several chances throughout the match, but were unable to convert until Sinclair's late goal.

América came out strong in the second half and equalized in the 65th minute through Daniela Espinosa.

The Mexican side continued to press for a winner, but the Thorns' defense held firm.

In the 83rd minute, Sinclair received the ball in the penalty area and turned her defender.

She then fired a low shot into the bottom corner to give the Thorns the victory.

The Thorns' performance in their debut match was impressive.

They controlled the game for long periods and created several chances.

Sinclair's winning goal was a moment of magic and helped the Thorns secure the victory.