Natu is now a Red Star. https://chicagoredstars.com/first-team/chicago-red-stars-sign-defender-natalia-kuikka/
I've only seen her when Thorns played in Chicago. Can you tell me how good she is, please? Red Stars have pretty much lost everyone over the last couple of years, except for Mal, Alyssa and a couple others They need serious rebuilding, especially on defense. What can you tell us about Kuikka, and why did she leave Portland? Thanks.
She is one of the best right backs in the league and has the versatility to play any position on the back line. For what it s worth, she is the captain of the Finnish National team. She has the speed to keep up with most of the speedy forwards And is physical. She can also get into the attack well. She’ll find Swanson. no idea why she left. Maybe contract terms? Sometimes moves aren’t made for playing reasons, but rather for personal ones.
MRAD12, here’s a piece that will give you an idea what she is like. https://www.timbers.com/thornsfc/ne...a-thorns-found-comfort-and-growth-in-portland