Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave guitarist Tom Morello made a surprise appearance on social media, expressing his support for the Portland Hearts of Pine soccer team.
In a video posted on Twitter (formerly X), Morello sent a message of encouragement to the squad ahead of their 2025 USL League One campaign:
“Tom Morello here, wishing the Hearts of Pine squad an excellent and successful year. Go get them, lads!”
Morello Joins Growing Celebrity Support for Hearts of Pine
Morello’s involvement adds to a growing trend of celebrities supporting local sports teams. The Hearts of Pine have already drawn attention by partnering with Grey’s Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey’s charity as their shirt sponsor.
.@tmorello, certified Hearts fan 🫡 pic.twitter.com/ySv00gGErc
— Portland Hearts of Pine (@hearts_sc) March 29, 2025
Hearts of Pine Begin 2025 Season with a Draw
The team kicked off their USL League One season on March 29, securing a 0-0 draw against FC Naples. After just one match, they currently sit 12th in the standings, trailing league leaders FC Naples by seven points, as Naples has already played four matches and collected eight points.
Upcoming Fixtures
The Portland Hearts of Pine have a packed schedule ahead:
- April 2 – Hartford Athletic (US Open Cup)
- April 5 – Spokane Velocity (USL League One – Away)
With a mix of celebrity support and early-season challenges, the Hearts of Pine will be looking to turn their campaign around as they push for success in both league and cup play.
