Portland Women's Soccer kicks off their 2026 season with an exhibition match against the Oregon Ducks on August 5, at 6 p.m. at Merlo Field. The Pilots aim to build on their successful 2025 season, where they achieved a 10-3-6 record, tying for second in the WCC. In contrast, the Ducks posted a challenging season with a 3-10-5 record and finished last in the Big Ten. Last year's game between the two teams ended in a 0-0 tie. The University is monitoring air quality in preparation for the match.

By the Numbers
  • Portland finished the 2025 season with a 10-3-6 record, tying for second place in the WCC.
  • Oregon Ducks ended last season with a 3-10-5 record, placing last in the Big Ten.
State of Play
  • The Pilots enter the match on a four-game winning streak from the previous season.
  • The exhibition will take place while the University monitors the Air Quality Index for safety.
What's Next

Following the exhibition, the Pilots will begin their regular season on August 12 against Washington in Seattle at 7 p.m. The team aims to maintain momentum from last season's success.

Bottom Line

The exhibition offers the Pilots a chance to demonstrate their growth and set the tone for the upcoming season, highlighting their resurgence in women's soccer.