FRISCO, Texas (Aug. 23, 2025) — FC Dallas showed resilience once again at Toyota Stadium, coming from behind to secure a 1-1 draw with Los Angeles FC on Saturday night. Forward Logan Farrington’s 13th-minute strike canceled out LAFC’s opener, earning Dallas a crucial point as the club continues to scrap for playoff position in the Western Conference.
The result moved Dallas to 7-11-9 (30 points) on the season, while LAFC stands at 11-6-8 (41 points). It was another example of Dallas’ fight, as the team extended its league-best total to 18 points recovered from losing positions in 2025.
Farrington Continues to Shine
After conceding early to the visitors, Dallas responded quickly thanks to Farrington, who continues to emerge as one of the team’s most reliable attacking weapons. His equalizer in the 13th minute was his fifth goal of the season, establishing a new career high and further cementing his place in the club’s record books.
Farrington now ties Aleksey Korol (2000) for the second-most goals scored by a Dallas SuperDraft pick in a single season. His finish came after a clever buildup involving midfielder Patrickson Delgado, who registered his third assist of the campaign. Delgado now sits tied for third on the squad in assists, underscoring his growing influence in central midfield.
The goal energized the Toyota Stadium crowd of 11,151, extending Dallas’ sellout streak to 30 consecutive home matches despite ongoing renovations on the east side of the venue.
Collodi’s Confidence Grows
Another storyline was the play of goalkeeper Michael Collodi, who made his fifth career MLS start. The Frisco native looked comfortable between the posts, recording four saves on the night to keep Dallas level.
Collodi now holds a 2-1-2 record in his rookie campaign, showing steady progression as he continues to gain minutes. His command in the box and composure under pressure late in the match helped Dallas fend off LAFC’s push for a winner.
“Michael’s growth has been impressive,” said head coach Nico Estévez after the match. “For a young goalkeeper, he’s shown the confidence and maturity we need in those high-pressure moments.”
Resilience Defines Dallas
For Dallas, the draw highlighted a familiar theme: resilience. The club has consistently battled back from deficits, having now salvaged 18 points from losing positions, the most in Major League Soccer this season.
Saturday’s draw also closed out the month of August on a positive note, with Dallas finishing 1-0-2 across three matches. While wins have been hard to come by, the ability to grind out results has kept Dallas in contention and demonstrated the grit of Estévez’s squad.
Series Notes
The draw also extended Dallas’ strong record at home against LAFC. With Saturday’s result, Dallas improved to 7-11-9 all-time against the Los Angeles side in MLS regular season play, including a 4-1-2 record at Toyota Stadium.
Though the match ended level, Dallas’ home-field resilience has been a consistent factor in the series, with Toyota Stadium continuing to be a difficult venue for visiting clubs.
What’s Next
FC Dallas will hit the road following the international break, traveling to face St. Louis CITY SC on Saturday, Sept. 6 at Energizer Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT, with live coverage available via MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. Fans can also follow the match through the FC Dallas app for live radio commentary.
For a Dallas side that has shown the ability to claw back into games, the St. Louis trip offers another test of consistency as the playoff race intensifies.
Final Word
Though they fell short of a victory, the night reinforced Dallas’ identity: a team that refuses to quit. Between Farrington’s continued emergence, Collodi’s confidence in goal, and the unwavering support of a sellout home crowd, the building blocks remain in place for FC Dallas to keep pushing forward in the season’s final stretch.
Final Score: FC Dallas 1, LAFC 1
