Minnesota United FC vs FC Dallas
FC Dallas snatches narrow win at Minnesota
A late strike from S. Moreno seals a 2-1 victory on the road.
FC Dallas edged out Minnesota United FC 2-1 in a closely contested Major League Soccer clash. Kaick opened the scoring after the break before K. Yeboah levelled for Minnesota, but S. Moreno's goal in the 84th minute proved decisive. This result defied Fipster's low-confidence prediction of a Minnesota win, highlighting the unpredictability of the match.
Outcome probability
Minnesota United FC and FC Dallas face off in what promises to be a lively MLS regular season match. Both teams have shown attacking intent this season, setting the stage for a competitive and entertaining fixture.
Match factors
FC Dallas relies heavily on Petar Musa
Musa leads with 16 goals and strong recent scoring form, central to Dallas' offensive threat
Pereyra's creative influence for Minnesota
Top assister with 7 assists, key in creating chances and linking play
Minnesota missing key attacker and midfielder
Confirmed outs Hlongwane and Stroud reduce depth; doubtful Callender's fitness affects goalkeeper stability
FC Dallas' recent scoring consistency
Dallas has scored in 4 of last 5 matches, with Musa and Valiente leading contributions
The context
FC Dallas currently sit 4th in the league with 37 points, while Minnesota United FC are 10th with 29 points. Their head-to-head history is fairly balanced, with Minnesota winning 8 of 19 matches and Dallas 5, alongside 6 draws. Matches between these sides tend to be moderately high scoring, averaging 2.6 goals per game.
Key insights
Petar Musa
FC Dallas
Musa is the spearhead of FC Dallas' attack, scoring 16 goals this season with a remarkable 5 in the last 5 games, making him a constant threat.
Major League Soccer 26/2716 goals in 20 apps, 0.8 goals/game
Kelvin Kwarteng Yeboah
Minnesota United FC
Kwarteng Yeboah is Minnesota's top scorer with 9 goals, showing strong recent form with 3 goals in the last 5 games, crucial for their attacking output.
Major League Soccer 26/279 goals in 19 apps, 0.47 goals/game
Joaquín Pereyra
Minnesota United FC
Pereyra's creative influence is vital, leading with 7 assists and providing key chances, especially at home where his playmaking shines.
Major League Soccer 26/277 assists in 20 apps, 0.35 assists/game
Anthony Markanich
Minnesota United FC
Markanich adds goal threat from midfield with 6 goals this season, contributing consistently to Minnesota's attack.
Major League Soccer 26/276 goals in 20 apps, 0.3 goals/game
Analysis
FC Dallas boast a stronger league position and a better goal difference, largely thanks to Petar Musa, their leading scorer with 16 goals this season and excellent recent form. Minnesota United rely heavily on Kelvin Kwarteng Yeboah, their top scorer with 9 goals, and creative spark Joaquín Pereyra, who leads the team with 7 assists. Despite trailing 1-2 at halftime, Minnesota's attacking resilience and home advantage should see them rally for a 3-2 win. The match is expected to be tight and dynamic, with multiple lead changes and goals from key players on both sides.
Key facts
- 1.Minnesota United FC have won 8 of 19 matches against FC Dallas, who have won 5, with 6 draws.
- 2.Head-to-head matches between these teams average 2.6 goals per game.
- 3.FC Dallas rank 4th in the league with 37 points from 23 games.
- 4.Minnesota United FC are 10th with 29 points from 22 games.
- 5.Petar Musa leads FC Dallas with 16 goals this season.
- 6.Kelvin Kwarteng Yeboah is Minnesota United's top scorer with 9 goals.
- 7.Joaquín Pereyra leads Minnesota United with 7 assists this season.
Prediction
We predict Minnesota United FC will come from behind to secure a 3-2 victory over FC Dallas. The halftime scoreline of 1-2 suggests a spirited comeback, with Minnesota's attacking duo Kwarteng Yeboah and Pereyra playing pivotal roles. FC Dallas will push hard, led by Musa, but Minnesota's home performance and tactical adjustments should see them edge this one.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Minnesota United FC
Away — FC Dallas
The verdict
This encounter promises goals, drama, and a narrow margin of victory. Fans can expect a thrilling contest with Minnesota United FC just about prevailing in a 3-2 scoreline, keeping their playoff hopes alive and providing a memorable night of MLS action.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Urhoghide
Yellow Card
Kaick
Assist: Valiente
Caldeira
Díaz
Triantis
Yellow Card
Yeboah
Yeboah
Triantis
Cappis
Binyamin
Ramiro
Yellow Card
Farrington
Moreno
Assist: Sarver
Trapp
Gene
Yellow Card
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 24 | 14 | 4 | 6 | +30 | 46 |
| 2 |  Houston Dynamo | 25 | 13 | 4 | 8 | +4 | 43 |
| 3 |  FC Dallas | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | +7 | 43 |
| 4 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 25 | 12 | 5 | 8 | +8 | 41 |
| 11 |  Real Salt Lake | 24 | 8 | 5 | 11 | -2 | 29 |
| 12 |  Minnesota United FC | 25 | 7 | 8 | 10 | -6 | 29 |
| 13 |  Austin | 25 | 7 | 8 | 10 | -12 | 29 |
Match Statistics
Minnesota United FC
3-4-1-2Starting XI
- 3K. DuncanM
- 9K. YeboahF
- 12D. CallenderG
- 13A. MarkanichM
- 15M. BoxallD
- 20W. TrappM
- 22Marcus CaldeiraF
- 23M. DugganD
- 25N. TriantisM
- 26J. PereyraM
- 28J. DíazD
Substitutes
- 1A. SmirG
- 5N. RomeroD
- 8T. ChancalayF
- 11M. MaloneF
- 16A. JacksonM
- 18M. GonzalezF
- 30O. GeneM
- 33K. ChandlerD
- 67C. HarveyM
FC Dallas
5-4-1Starting XI
- 3O. UrhoghideD
- 6R. BinyaminD
- 12C. CappisM
- 17RamiroM
- 18S. MooreD
- 21J. ValienteM
- 23L. FarringtonF
- 25S. IbeaghaD
- 40J. SiroisG
- 55KaickM
- 77B. KamungoD
Substitutes
- 5L. AbubakarD
- 8P. DelgadoM
- 10S. MorenoF
- 14H. JohanssonM
- 24Joshua TorquatoD
- 28Samuel SarverF
- 30Michael CollodiG
- 32N. NorrisD
- 33C. HolstadM
Minnesota United FC
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K. Yeboah | F | 74 | 7.1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| M. Duggan | D | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Marcus Caldeira | F | 63 | 6.7 | — | — | 3 | 1 | — | — |
| M. Boxall | D | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| K. Duncan | M | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| T. Chancalay | F | 27 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| J. Pereyra | M | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 4 | 1/3 |
| M. Gonzalez | F | 6 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Malone | F | 16 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| C. Harvey | M | 27 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Díaz | D | 63 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Triantis | M | 74 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| O. Gene | M | 16 | 5.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| W. Trapp | M | 84 | 5.8 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| D. Callender | G | 90 | 5.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Markanich | M | 90 | 5.5 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0/1 |
| A. Smir | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Romero | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Jackson | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| K. Chandler | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
FC Dallas
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Moreno | F | 13 | 8.1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0/2 |
| Kaick | M | 90 | 8.0 | 1 | — | 3 | 1 | — | — |
| J. Valiente | M | 90 | 7.7 | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | 3/3 |
| Samuel Sarver | F | 6 | 6.9 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — |
| B. Kamungo | D | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 1/5 |
| C. Cappis | M | 77 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Ibeagha | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Moore | D | 90 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1/1 |
| L. Farrington | F | 84 | 6.3 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0/1 |
| O. Urhoghide | D | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| H. Johansson | M | 13 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Sirois | G | 90 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| R. Binyamin | D | 77 | 6.1 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | — |
| Ramiro | M | 90 | 6.0 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| L. Abubakar | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| C. Holstad | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Michael Collodi | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Joshua Torquato | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| P. Delgado | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Norris | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |