FC Dallas are one of the top two teams in MLS. Despite their current standing in MLS — third in the West, tied with the Dynamo — they are among the favorites to win MLS Cup and possibly stay in contention for the Supporters’ Shield, a race dominated by red-hot Toronto FC. Games in hand and the eventual return of their best player, Mauro Diaz, will likely move Dallas back to their rightful place atop the conference.
The Houston Dynamo, attempting to solidify themselves as, at the very least, playoff contenders, lost twice last week on the road to Eastern Conference foes.