Emily Sonnett was stretchered off in the 7th minute of Gotham FC's 2-2 draw with the Portland Thorns at Providence Park after a non-contact left knee injury on artificial turf. The Gotham FC defender planted her left foot while defending before falling and calling for trainers.

A team spokesperson confirmed a suspected left knee injury with further evaluation in New Jersey. Acting head coach Shaun Harris called the early loss "shocking," noting Sonnett organizes the team and understands game plans. Teammate Midge Purce described it as "scary," while Sam Kerr said it "rattled us." Sonnett, with 118 caps for the USWNT, anchors Gotham FC's league-best defense (10 goals in 15 games) and signed through 2028.

The match saw Purce score early, Renee Lyles equalize for her first pro goal, Jessie Fleming put Portland ahead, and Kerr equalize for her first NWSL goal since 2019, extending her record to 78 goals. Jayden Perry received a red card for denying Kerr a breakaway. Morgan Weaver returned after 621 days following knee injury complications.