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FC Dallas Host Los Angeles FC in Top-Third MLS Showdown

FC Dallas welcome Los Angeles FC to Toyota Stadium on Sunday, with three points separating two sides sitting in the top third of the Major League Soccer table.

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·26 Sept·2 min read
FC Dallas Host Los Angeles FC in Top-Third MLS Showdown
FC Dallas Host Los Angeles FC in Top-Third MLS ShowdownPhotograph: MatchdayReport picture desk

FC Dallas and Los Angeles FC meet at Toyota Stadium in Regular Season matchday 27, with both clubs occupying the top third of the 30-team Major League Soccer table. FC Dallas sit fourth on 44 points from 26 matches, while Los Angeles FC are sixth on 41 points from 27 matches — a gap of three points between the pair.

The form picture heading into Sunday favours the hosts markedly. FC Dallas have taken 11 points from their last five matches, a run that includes a 4-3 victory over Sporting Kansas City and a 2-1 win over Portland Timbers. Their most recent outing was a goalless draw with Austin.

Los Angeles FC arrive in contrasting shape, having collected just six points from their last five matches. Their most recent result was a 2-2 draw away at San Jose Earthquakes, and recent outings have also included a 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls, a 2-2 draw with Real Salt Lake, a goalless draw at DC United, and a defeat to Sporting Kansas City.

The sides met earlier this year, with Los Angeles FC winning 1-0 at home on 8 March 2026. That result provides the away side with a relevant reference point as they make the trip to Texas.

With FC Dallas having played one match fewer than their opponents, the table positions reflect different amounts of activity across the season. Both sides are firmly placed in the upper reaches of the standings as the regular season continues, and this fixture carries clear weight for where each club stands in the MLS table.

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