May 18, 2025

Houston Dynamo Triumph Over FC Dallas in Texas Derby

News Summary

In a thrilling Texas Derby, the Houston Dynamo emerged victorious with a 2-0 win against FC Dallas at Toyota Stadium. This marked Dynamo’s first road victory of the season and their first win at the venue since 2011. Goals from Jack McGlynn and Griffin Dorsey ensured the win, while FC Dallas’s struggles continued as they faced their third loss in their last four matches. With the result, both teams now sit on equal points, although FC Dallas faces growing concerns over recent performances.

Frisco

The Houston Dynamo secured a decisive 2-0 victory over local rivals FC Dallas in a Texas Derby match on May 17, 2025. This win, held at Toyota Stadium, marks the Dynamo’s first road win of the season and their first victory at this venue since 2011. The match, which was scheduled to kick off at 7:30 PM, experienced a delay due to inclement weather and eventually began at 9:25 PM.

Houston’s scoring was initiated by midfielder Jack McGlynn, who netted the opening goal in the 64th minute with a powerful left-footed strike from outside the penalty box, following an assist from Griffin Dorsey. This goal marked McGlynn’s second goal of the season. Dorsey himself doubled the lead in the 81st minute, scoring his first goal of the season after a clever give-and-go play with forward Toyosi Olusanya. The victory not only benefits the Dynamo’s standings but also inflicts a notable defeat on FC Dallas.

Following this match, the Dynamo’s record improved to 4 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses for a total of 16 points, while FC Dallas now holds a record of 4 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses, also accumulating 16 points. However, FC Dallas’s recent performance has raised concerns, as they have lost their last two games and secured just one victory in their last seven matches in the Major League Soccer (MLS) season. This defeat also represents the first time Dallas has lost a regular-season Texas Derby series since 2021.

Match Highlights

Houston’s goalkeeper, Jonathan Bond, played a crucial role in maintaining a clean sheet, registering three essential saves throughout the match. Additionally, the attendance for the match was noted at 11,004, marking the 23rd consecutive sellout for FC Dallas.

On a personnel note, Michael Collodi made his first regular season home start for FC Dallas in this match. Unfortunately for Dallas, they were missing several key players due to injuries, including Maarten Paes (illness), Sebastian Lletget (upper leg), and Léo Chú (knee).

Upcoming Matches

Both teams are preparing for upcoming matches in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. FC Dallas will face the New York Red Bulls on May 21, while Houston Dynamo will be up against Austin FC on the same day. Following those matches, FC Dallas will resume their MLS schedule against the Seattle Sounders on May 24.

El Capitán Trophy

This match victory allows the Houston Dynamo to gain possession of El Capitán, the trophy awarded for the Texas Derby, for the 2026 season. The trophy is awarded based on the goal differential in the series, and Houston will lead with a 3-2 advantage this year.

As both teams adjust to the results of this match and prepare for upcoming fixtures, fans on both sides will be eager to see how their clubs turn around their respective fortunes in the weeks to come.

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