Thorns’ struggles continue after being thrashed by San Diego Wave once more

Mya Jones and Melanie Barcenas scored and the San Diego Wave downed the Portland Thorns 2-0 at Snapdragon Stadium.

Portland (8-10-4) hasn't won in six straight regular-season games but the team still clings to a playoff spot above Racing Louisville in the standings.

The Wave (5-10-7) are just three points back of Louisville for the last postseason berth with four games remaining.

Jones scored in a scramble in front following a free kick in the 69th minute, then 16-year-old Barcenas added her first NWSL goal in the 74th.

The Thorns were without top scorer Sophia Smith , who has an ankle injury, and midfielder Hina Sugita, who has a facial injury.

Next up: The Thorns return home to continue Concacaf W Champions Cup play against Santa Fe on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m.