Major League Soccer Gameweek 29
San Diego 3 - 3 FT Houston Dynamo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
18' Cédric Bakambu
Jonathan Bond 19'
20' Anders Dreyer
22' Cédric Bakambu (Onni Valakari)
Guilherme Augusto (Lawrence Ennali) 24'
Mateusz Bogusz (Guilherme Augusto) 33'
↓ Lyle Foster ↑Duncan McGuire 45'
HT
53' kieran sargeant
58' ↓ Alejandro Alvarado Jr ↑David Mimbang
58' ↓ Cédric Bakambu ↑Marcus Ingvartsen
58' ↓ Onni Valakari ↑Gabriel Pirani
76' ↓ kieran sargeant ↑Aníbal Godoy
76' ↓ Elias Achouri ↑Amahl Pellegrino
77' Anders Dreyer
↓ Guilherme Augusto ↑Ibrahim Aliyu 77'
↓ Agustín Bouzat ↑Agustin Resch 78'
79' Aníbal Godoy
86' Gabriel Pirani
↓ Mateusz Bogusz ↑Duane Holmes 88'
↓ Lawrence Ennali ↑Marcelo Saracchi 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
San Diego
Goalkeepers
CJ dos Santos 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
Dagur Dan Þórhallsson 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Christopher McVey 
MAGNET
99
Activity
99
Activity
90
Passes
9
Duels
Manu Duah
MAGNET
133
Activity
133
Activity
128
Passes
5
Duels
Kieran Sargeant
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Alejandro Alvarado
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jeppe Tverskov
MAGNET
107
Activity
107
Activity
97
Passes
10
Duels
Onni Valakari 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
21%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Anders Dreyer 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Cédric Bakambu 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.9
Rating
Elias Achouri 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Pablo Sisniega
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ian Pilcher 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oscar Verhoeven
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Pirani 
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.4
Rating
Aníbal Godoy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcus Ingvartsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. B. Zamble
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amahl Pellegrino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Houston Dynamo
Goalkeepers
Jonathan Bond
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Lawrence Ennali 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.2
Rating
Antônio Carlos 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
Lucas Halter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Franco Negri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Artur
MAGNET
69
Activity
69
Activity
67
Passes
2
Duels
Héctor Herrera 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Mateusz Bogusz
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Agustín Bouzat
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Guilherme 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.9
Rating
Forwards
Lyle Foster
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
BENCH
Blake Gillingham
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Resch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcelo Saracchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Arana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duane Holmes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diadie Samassékou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicholas Markanich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duncan McGuire
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aliyu Ibrahim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2026 | Houston Dynamo | 1 - 0 | San Diego | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 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 |
04/23/2026
10/05/2025
07/06/2025
San Diego Win
Houston Dynamo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +29
P: 24 GD: +13
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 23 GD: +9
P: 24 GD: +6
P: 25 GD: +5
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 22 GD: -2
P: 24 GD: -2
P: 24 GD: -13
P: 22 GD: +1
P: 23 GD: -3
P: 23 GD: -13
P: 23 GD: -7
P: 23 GD: -25
League Standings
P: 32 GD: +34
P: 33 GD: +9
P: 33 GD: +10
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: +7
P: 32 GD: +15
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: -9
P: 32 GD: -3
P: 33 GD: -5
P: 32 GD: -6
P: 32 GD: -18
P: 33 GD: -42
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
San Diego
Houston Dynamo
San Diego
Houston Dynamo
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Snapdragon Stadium Sees Six-Goal Spectacular
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A relentless back-and-forth thriller showcased incredible attacking flair and endless drama under the Southern California sky.
The Opening Blitz
The Intensity of this game was evident right out of the gate at Snapdragon Stadium. San Diego controlled the tempo early, dominating possession with 62% of the ball, but it was a chaotic stretch starting in the 18th minute that blew the roof off. After a lengthy VAR review confirmed a controversial penalty, Anders Dreyer buried the spot-kick to open the floodgates. Merely two minutes later, Cédric Bakambu doubled the advantage with a clinical finish. However, the hosts barely had time to celebrate before Houston Dynamo answered right back. In a breathless four-minute span, the momentum shifted entirely as the visitors exploited gaps in the backline. It was a dizzying exchange that established a high-tempo tone for the rest of the night.
The Houston Resurgence
If the early stages belonged to the hosts, the middle phase was completely dictated by Guilherme Augusto. The Houston playmaker delivered an absolute masterclass, pulling strings and devastating the defense in transition. Down by a goal, the visitors rallied brilliantly to flip the script. Guilherme first found the back of the net to spark the comeback, then set up Mateusz Bogusz to level the game. Before the halftime whistle even approached, Guilherme struck again to secure his brace and hand the Dynamo an improbable lead. The sheer Balance of power shifted aggressively during this period. The Texas side only held 38% possession, yet their lethal counter-attacks proved impossible to contain, turning a comfortable home advantage into a desperate chase.
A Dramatic Climax
Staring down a frustrating home loss, the hosts turned to their bench for salvation, leading to an ending that highlighted the high Stakes of this regular-season clash. Substitute Gabriel Pirani entered the fray with a clear mandate to salvage a result. With 10 corner kicks and relentless offensive pressure, San Diego effectively set up camp in the attacking third. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 86th minute when Pirani struck a dramatic equalizer, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. A combined 27 shots turned the field into a shooting gallery, leaving both sides exhausted by the final whistle. The late heroics ensured a 3-3 draw, providing plenty of positives for both squads after a truly wild night.
Key Questions
What made Guilherme the Man of the Match?
With a stunning brace and an assist, Guilherme dictated Houston's lethal counter-attacks, proving devastatingly efficient despite his team's limited possession.
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
A combination of a wild four-minute goal flurry, relentless attacking from San Diego, and Houston's ruthless finishing created non-stop action and lead changes.
Did San Diego deserve the late equalizer?
Absolutely. They dominated possession and maintained heavy offensive pressure, culminating in Gabriel Pirani's clutch 86th-minute strike to reward their late push.
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.
San Diego's Desperation Meets Houston's Ambition
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 70/100. This clash at Snapdragon Stadium promises fireworks, combining San Diego's leaky defense with an abundance of attacking talent that demands attention.
The Setup
On paper, the league table paints a clear picture ahead of this October 15, 2026 fixture. Houston Dynamo sit comfortably in fifth place, while San Diego languish down in twelfth. However, a deep dive into their respective Form reveals a chaotic reality. San Diego are winless in five, including three straight defeats, yet they boast a staggering attacking output. Houston are not faring much better recently, enduring their own bumpy stretch. The modest Stakes for the home side actually reduce the pressure, making this a potentially explosive encounter. The high Balance rating suggests the oddsmakers still respect San Diego on home turf, setting the stage for an open, back-and-forth contest.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on two highly rated Stars who can change the game in an instant. For the home side, Anders Dreyer is in scintillating touch and looking to exploit any spaces left by the visitors. He goes toe-to-toe against Houston's M. Bogusz, a dynamic attacker capable of punishing San Diego's generous backline. This individual duel will likely dictate the tempo of the entire match.
Our Prediction
San Diego's desperation will finally yield results. With a combined 3.6 goals per game between these two sides, expect a chaotic, high-scoring affair. Our take is a thrilling 3-2 victory for the home team, snapping their miserable run at the expense of a complacent Houston side.