Match Summary
San Diego defeated FC Dallas 5:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by H. Lozano 20′ (pen.), H. Lozano 27′, A. Dreyer 56′, O. Valakari 73′, M. Iloski 87′. 3 yellow cards were shown. San Diego had 60% possession while FC Dallas held 40%. San Diego had 13 shots (9 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for FC Dallas. Expected goals: San Diego 2.13 — FC Dallas 0.52. San Diego made 4 substitutions, FC Dallas made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego and FC Dallas — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: O. Valakari
Match Statistics
San Diego had 60% possession against FC Dallas's 40%. San Diego registered 13 shots (9 on target) while FC Dallas managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 14–17.
Lineups
San Diego lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Michael Anthony Varas, while FC Dallas deployed a 3-4-1-2 under Eric Quill.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego is 7.07, compared to — 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. San Diego's highest-rated starter is J. Tverskov (7.55), while FC Dallas's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego have contributed 23 goals and 22 assists this season, led by H. Lozano (11G). FC Dallas's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
San Diego deploy 4 defenders rated 7.03 on average, against FC Dallas's 3-man backline averaging —. 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
San Diego field 3 midfielders averaging 7.16, versus FC Dallas's 4 rated —. 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
San Diego start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.01, compared to 3 for FC Dallas averaging —. 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 64% for San Diego and —% 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
San Diego's starters have collected 38 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 San Diego's starting XI is 27.4 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)), while FC Dallas average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
San Diego's starters average 31 league appearances each, versus 0 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. FC Dallas show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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FC Dallas
Head to Head
San Diego and FC Dallas have met 1 times — San Diego won 1, FC Dallas won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Diego leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026