In the clash that promises to stir the emotions of fans in Texas this weekend in the MLS, Dallas host the Houston Dynamo with the mission of getting into the playoff zone in the Western Conference table, but the visitors are trying to leave the bottom of the table.
Dallas can't let its fans take a deep breath
Even with one less player than the leaders, Dallas are disappointing their fans with four wins, four draws and four defeats this season, with only two consecutive wins at the best of times. In their last six games, they've only won once, against Inter Miami.
Despite drawing 1-1 with Real Salt Lake, Dallas are still suffering the effects of the 5-0 defeat they suffered at the hands of San Diego FC. In addition to the results, the attack is also leaving a lot to be desired with only four goals scored in five games.
On his debut, Pedrinho was instrumental in the win during the week with an assist and could come into the starting line-up, with Show potentially losing his place in midfield. Meanwhile, Petar Musa is expected to replace Bernard Kamungo on the sidelines.
Houston Dynamo try for first consecutive win since July
The Houston Dynamo started the season with a terrible run of six games without a win, but have recovered well with three wins and two draws in seven games, all of which have come without conceding a goal. However, they have yet to improve their away record, where they have scored just three goals and taken two points.
Under coach Ben Olsen, the Houston Dynamo are looking to make it two wins in a row in the MLS for the first time since July last year, a streak they can achieve after beating third-placed Minnesota United during the week, despite not being favored.
Unlike their opponents, who may make changes to their starting line-up, Houston are likely to field the same starting XI as last week. The doubt remains over Sebastian Kowalczyk, who has been the player who has alternated between starter and substitute the most this season.