The Toyota Stadium hosted a thrilling encounter between FC Dallas and Minnesota United, with the visitors securing a hard-fought victory at 2-1. It was Carlos Harvey who opened the scoring with a header in the 34th minute of the first half. The lead was doubled by Anthony Markanich, who also found the back of the net with a header in the 57th minute of the match.
FC Dallas managed to respond with a goal from Logan Farrington at the 72nd minute, but their attempts to level the score were thwarted. Patrickson Delgado had two great opportunities to change the game, but the woodwork denied him on both occasions.
Carlos Harvey was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, contributing not only with a goal but also making crucial defensive plays by clearing two balls from the danger zone. Tani Oluwaseyi also played a significant role, testing the opponent’s goal four times throughout the match.
On the tactical front, FC Dallas’ coach Eric Quill opted for a 4-4-2 formation. Maarten Paes guarded the goal, supported by a defensive line consisting of Shaquell Moore, Sebastien Ibeagha, Lalas Abubakar, and Marco Farfan. The midfield featured Patrickson Delgado, Kaick, Sebastián Lletget, and Luciano Acosta, with Logan Farrington and Petar Musa leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Minnesota United, managed by Eric Ramsay, lined up in a 5-4-1 formation with Dayne St. Clair in the net. The defense comprised Julian Gressel, Carlos Harvey, Michael Boxall, Nicolás Romero, and Anthony Markanich. The midfield was anchored by Tani Oluwaseyi, Wil Trapp, Robin Lod, and Joaquín Pereyra, with Kelvin Yeaboah as the lone striker.
Jair Marrufo officiated the match at Toyota Stadium. Looking ahead, FC Dallas will face Los Angeles FC in their next fixture, while Minnesota United will host the San José Earthquakes.
FC Dallas Substitutions
58’ 2H – Kaick went off for Ramiro; Sebastián Lletget was replaced by Pedrinho.
88’ 2H – Marco Farfan was substituted for Sam Sarver.
89’ 2H – Patrickson Delgado was replaced by Álvaro Augusto.
Yellow Cards for FC Dallas:
51’ 2H – Shaquell Moore (Foul to prevent an opponent from advancing).
Minnesota United Substitutions
63’ 2H – Kelvin Yeaboah went off for Owen Gene; Tani Oluwaseyi was substituted by Bongokuhle Hlongwane.
79’ 2H – Nicolás Romero was replaced by Jefferson Díaz.
85’ 2H – Julian Gressel went off for Jeong Sangbin; Anthony Markanich was substituted for Morris Duggan.
Yellow Cards for Minnesota United:
38’ 1H – Tani Oluwaseyi (Unsporting behavior); 46’ 1H – Kelvin Yeaboah (Unsporting behavior).