Usually, the title of this feature is in reference to what we’re going to do in the piece. But this time, it’s also representative of what happened with FC Dallas.
The Breakdown
Breaking down soccer games in a tactical style.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas vs Vancouver Whitecaps, March 2024
This is now, at 1-3-0 for 3 points, tied for the 3rd worst start in club history. Having three games at home out of four makes it feel even worse.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas vs San Jose, Feb ’24
A win at home is a good start to the season. A win at home in a new, unproven formation is even better. There’s both good and bad to talk about but a win is a win.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas vs Colorado Rapids
Tieing at home against the worst team in the conference in what was a virtual must-win is hard for a coach to explain away.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas vs San Jose Earthquakes
And thus, after another tie, FC Dallas ends its six games in twenty-two days streak with a 1-0-5 record for 8 points.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas at Houston Dynamo
This weekend, FC Dallas went down to take on the Houston Dynamo and brought back a point and El Capitán. By most measures, that’s a successful trip.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas at Philadelphia Union
Since starting the 7 games in 22 days run FC Dallas has yet to lose a game. Still, with just 6 points from 1 win and 3 ties, the playoff chase is still in flux with 4 games to go.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas vs Seattle Sounders
Sometimes a tie feels like a loss and for most fans – and probably the players as well – this was one of those times.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas at St Louis City
The wheels came off in St Louis with one crazy red card moment. After that, it was bunker, grind, and hope. The moment of hope came… and went.
The Breakdown – FC Dallas vs Austin FC
Any time you beat an in-state rival it’s a good win. When you do it without your leading scorer and best player it’s even bigger.