Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
FC Dallas defeated Houston Dynamo 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by A. Bassi 18′, P. Musa 55′, A. A. Julio Santos 76′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dynamo had 56% possession while FC Dallas held 44%. Houston Dynamo had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for FC Dallas. Expected goals: Houston Dynamo 1.25 — FC Dallas 2.08. Houston Dynamo made 4 substitutions, FC Dallas made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dynamo and FC Dallas — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Musa
Match Statistics
Houston Dynamo had 56% possession against FC Dallas's 44%. Houston Dynamo registered 11 shots (3 on target) while FC Dallas managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 13–11.
Lineups
Houston Dynamo lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero, while FC Dallas deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Eric Quill.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dynamo is 6.79, compared to 6.81 for FC Dallas. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Houston Dynamo's highest-rated starter is J. McGlynn (7.41), while FC Dallas's best-rated player is P. Musa (7.40).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dynamo have contributed 3 goals and 4 assists this season, led by J. McGlynn (2G). FC Dallas's starters account for 13 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by P. Musa (12G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Houston Dynamo deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against FC Dallas's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Houston Dynamo field 4 midfielders averaging 6.91, versus FC Dallas's 5 rated 6.64. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Houston Dynamo start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.40, compared to 1 for FC Dallas averaging 7.40. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 83% for Houston Dynamo and 78% for FC Dallas. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Houston Dynamo's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for FC Dallas. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Houston Dynamo's starting XI is 25.5 (youngest: J. McGlynn (22), oldest: Artur (29)), while FC Dallas average 28.3 (youngest: B. Kamungo (23), oldest: S. Ibeagha (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Houston Dynamo's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 11 for FC Dallas. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero
Substitutes
Coach: Eric Quill
Rivalry since 2012
Houston Dynamo vs FC Dallas Head to Head Results· 38
Houston Dynamo and FC Dallas have met 38 times — Houston Dynamo won 8, FC Dallas won 16, with 14 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. FC Dallas leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 38 meetings. A combined 120 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.16 per match (50 for the home side, 70 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 25 matches (66%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 22 games (58%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dynamo have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. FC Dallas show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026