Fans disagree with Portland Thorns over reason for ejection in XX-XY apparel dispute: 'They are lying'

Eight fans were removed from a Portland Thorns match for allegedly distributing unapproved materials, a claim the fans deny, stating they were targeted for their political beliefs and support of women’s sports. The group, wearing XX-XY Athletics apparel with messages like ‘Save Women’s Sports,’ disputes the Thorns’ explanation and states they only shared code of conduct copies among themselves while seated. The dispute extended to The Sports Bra bar, which asked the group to leave for wearing ‘transphobic’ clothing, reinforcing their mission to support all women in sports.

• Eight fans were removed from Providence Park during a Portland Thorns match.
• The Thorns cited distribution of “unapproved materials” as the reason for removal.
• Fans involved deny distributing materials and claim they were targeted for political beliefs and support of women’s sports.
• The group wore apparel with messages including “Save Women’s Sports” and “Woman.”
• A dispute occurred regarding whether the fans were distributing materials, with the group denying the claim.
• The group was later asked to leave The Sports Bra bar for wearing “transphobic” clothing.
• The Sports Bra stated their mission is to support all girls and women in sports, including transgender individuals.