Major League Soccer Regular Season - 9
Houston Dynamo 1 - 0 FT San Diego
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
14' Felipe Andrade
35' I. Aliyu (O. Lingr)
A. Godoy 38'
HT
66' ↓ D. Samassekou ↑Artur
66' ↓ Guilherme ↑E. Ponce
↓ A. Godoy ↑M. Ingvartsen 66'
↓ L. Morgan ↑A. Pellegrino 66'
75' ↓ M. Bogusz ↑L. Ennali
75' ↓ A. Bouzat ↑H. Herrera
↓ O. Soe ↑D. Vazquez 78'
↓ A. Mighten ↑I. Pilcher 79'
A. Pellegrino 79'
90'+1 ↓ Felipe Andrade ↑E. Sviatchenko
↓ O. Verhoeven ↑A. Alvarado Jr 90'+1
90'+3 F. Negri
I. Pilcher 90'+7
90'+7 O. Lingr
90'+9 Houston Dynamo
90'+11 Houston Dynamo
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Houston Dynamo
Goalkeepers
Jonathan Bond 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Felipe Andrade 
NPC
91
Minutes
91
Minutes
17%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Antonio Carlos 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Agustin Resch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Franco Negri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Ibrahim Aliyu 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Diadié Samassékou 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Agustín Bouzat
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
75
Entry
Mateusz Bogusz
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Ondrej Lingr 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
7.2
Rating
Guilherme
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
Jimmy Maurer 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Erik Sviatchenko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sam Vines
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Artur
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hector Herrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duane Holmes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ezequiel Ponce
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lawrence Ennali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nick Markanich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
San Diego
Goalkeepers
Duran Ferree
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
98
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Christopher McVey 
MAGNET
109
Activity
109
Activity
104
Passes
5
Duels
Osvald Soe
MAGNET
88
Activity
88
Activity
87
Passes
1
Duels
Manu Duah 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Oscar Verhoeven
NPC
91
Minutes
91
Minutes
46%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Anibal Godoy
MAGNET
102
Activity
102
Activity
90
Passes
12
Duels
Jeppe Tverskov
MAGNET
131
Activity
131
Activity
122
Passes
9
Duels
Alex Mighten
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Anders Dreyer
MAGNET
66
Activity
66
Activity
64
Passes
2
Duels
Onni Valakari
MAGNET
54
Activity
54
Activity
47
Passes
7
Duels
Lewis Morgan 
GHOST
7
Actions
7
Actions
66
Minutes
6.2
Rating
BENCH
CJ dos Santos
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ian Pilcher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Vazquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bryce Duke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcus Ingvartsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amahl Pellegrino
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.3
Rating
Alejandro Alvarado Jr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anisse Saidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bryan Zamblé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2025 | Houston Dynamo | 2 - 4 | San Diego | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 07/06/2025 | San Diego | 3 - 4 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Snapdragon Stadium |
10/05/2025
07/06/2025
Houston Dynamo Win
San Diego Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +13
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: +10
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -8
P: 7 GD: -13
P: 4 GD: -2
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Jose Earthquakes | 11 | 28 | 26 | 7 | +19 | |
| 2 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 10 | 25 | 26 | 6 | +20 | |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 11 | 21 | 19 | 8 | +11 | |
| 4 | Seattle Sounders | 9 | 20 | 13 | 5 | +8 | |
| 5 | Minnesota United FC | 11 | 20 | 14 | 16 | -2 | |
| 6 | Real Salt Lake | 11 | 19 | 20 | 17 | +3 | |
| 7 | FC Dallas | 12 | 19 | 23 | 16 | +7 | |
| 8 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 12 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 0 | |
| 9 | Houston Dynamo | 10 | 15 | 13 | 18 | -5 | |
| 10 | Colorado Rapids | 12 | 13 | 22 | 20 | +2 | |
| 11 | Austin | 11 | 13 | 16 | 19 | -3 | |
| 12 | San Diego | 11 | 12 | 19 | 19 | 0 | |
| 13 | Portland Timbers | 10 | 10 | 13 | 21 | -8 | |
| 14 | St. Louis City | 11 | 9 | 10 | 18 | -8 | |
| 15 | Sporting Kansas City | 10 | 5 | 8 | 26 | -18 |
P: 11 GD: +19
P: 10 GD: +20
P: 11 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +7
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: -8
P: 11 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -18
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Houston Survive Red Card Madness
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 36/100. A gritty defensive stand and a storm of late ejections defined a wild victory for the Dynamo.
First Half Fireworks
Houston came into this desperate for points. San Diego dominated possession from the opening exchanges at Shell Energy Stadium, stringing together precise passes and probing for an opening. Yet, all that 72% possession felt somewhat sterile as they repeatedly failed to pierce the final third with any real malice. The Balance of the match shifted completely out of nowhere in the 35th minute. Against the overarching run of play, I. Aliyu found the crucial breakthrough. Assisted by O. Lingr, Aliyu’s clinical finish injected immediate, palpable belief into a struggling Houston Dynamo squad. Despite passing the ball nearly 800 times throughout the night, the visitors lacked the sheer cutting edge required to capitalize on their immense territorial advantage, leaving them visibly frustrated and trailing as they headed into the locker room at halftime.
The Breaking Point
The second half developed into a gripping masterclass in digging deep and defending a narrow lead. Mateusz Bogusz completely anchored the midfield for the hosts, covering every blade of grass to disrupt the San Diego rhythm and shield his vulnerable backline. The visitors predictably ratcheted up the pressure, desperately searching for an equalizer, but the complexion of the game completely exploded in the 79th minute. A. Pellegrino was shown a straight red card, reducing San Diego to ten men and immediately crushing their mounting momentum. This dramatic flashpoint pushed the match's Intensity into the absolute red zone. Down a man, the visitors suddenly had to scramble just to stay in the contest, leaning heavily on the stellar defensive interventions of Manu Duah to organize a makeshift backline while they awkwardly pushed forward in a state of growing desperation.
Surviving the Storm
The final frantic minutes descended into absolute pandemonium for everyone watching. With the Stakes incredibly high for a Houston side desperate to snap a miserable run of early-season form, tactical discipline completely went out the window. O. Lingr was dramatically sent off right on the 90-minute mark, leveling the playing field just as the fourth official raised the board. Then, deep into an agonizing eleven minutes of stoppage time, another Dynamo ejection inexplicably reduced the exhausted hosts to nine men. Despite navigating the ultimate Upset Factor scenario with a massive numerical disadvantage at the bitter end, Houston valiantly held their nerve. They packed the penalty area, surviving the onslaught to secure a vital 1-0 victory. This gritty result serves as a massive lifeline for the Dynamo, while San Diego will bitterly rue their total inability to convert overwhelming possession into a single point.
Key Questions
How did the red card for A. Pellegrino impact the match?
Pellegrino's 79th-minute ejection derailed San Diego's attacking momentum just as they were chasing an equalizer, effectively sealing their inability to capitalize on 72% possession.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A Tepid Texas Showdown at Shell Energy Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. With both sides meandering through the early regular season, this mid-table encounter offers little viewing incentive for the casual fan.
The Setup
Houston Dynamo and San Diego clash in Texas, separated by just two points in the standings. Houston's leaky backline has conceded heavily so far, contributing to a volatile defensive unit. San Diego isn't much tighter, giving up two goals a night on average. A modest Stakes rating reflects the early nature of the campaign, where the playoff picture is far from settled. Neither side has built a compelling Form profile, with both squads registering inconsistent results over their first seven outings. The competitive Balance suggests a tight affair, but not necessarily a thrilling one, despite a few Stars taking the field.
Key Battle
Guilherme vs Marcus Ingvartsen. Guilherme has been the lone bright spot for the home side's attack, creating chances at will and demanding defensive attention. He faces off against San Diego's Ingvartsen, who serves as the primary threat for the visitors. If either team breaks the deadlock, expect one of these two to be heavily involved.
Our Prediction
A sloppy, error-strewn draw. Both defenses are generous, but the lack of attacking rhythm from the supporting casts will see them cancel each other out in a 1-1 stalemate.