FRISCO, Texas (Sept. 12, 2025) – A fierce Lone Star rivalry will once again take center stage as FC Dallas welcomes Austin FC to Toyota Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT in a match presented by Children’s Health as part of DC Super Hero & Kick Childhood Cancer Night. The contest will stream live on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV, drawing eyes across Texas and beyond as the playoff race heats up.

Dallas Seeking Momentum at Home

FC Dallas (7-11-10, 31 points) enters the weekend looking to build on its resilience after a gritty 1-1 draw at St. Louis CITY SC. Playing down a man for more than 70 minutes, Dallas clawed out a valuable point thanks to Petar Musa’s 14th goal of the season and an inspired debut from goalkeeper Jacob Jackson, who recorded 11 saves.

The result added to a growing narrative for Dallas this season: a team that thrives in adversity. Through its first six road matches of 2025, Dallas remained unbeaten, the longest streak to start a campaign in club history and a feat matched only by Philadelphia (2024) and the New York Red Bulls (2022) over the past decade.

While road form has been a highlight, Toyota Stadium has seen mixed results, and head coach Eric Quill emphasized the importance of defending home turf in the final stretch of the campaign. “Every match now is like a playoff game,” Quill said earlier this week. “Our fans deserve to see us fight for every point, and Saturday is another chance to show that.”

Rivalry Stakes

When FC Dallas and Austin FC square off, pride and points are always on the line. The Texas Derby has quickly become one of Major League Soccer’s most spirited rivalries, with each side eager to establish bragging rights in the state’s soccer landscape.

For Dallas, the fixture is also about closing the gap in the Western Conference standings. Austin, struggling for consistency in its third MLS season, arrives in Frisco with plenty to prove after a string of uneven performances. But rivalry games often defy form, and both sides know the intensity will be dialed up under the Saturday night lights.

Musa’s Firepower and Dallas’ Resilience

Forward Petar Musa has been central to Dallas’ attack, with his 14 goals tying him with Jesús Ferreira for the most scored by any FC Dallas player across a two-season span in club history (30). His ability to find the net in clutch moments has kept Dallas’ playoff hopes alive, and his partnership with Christian Cappis — who notched his first MLS assist last weekend — is beginning to show promise.

Dallas has also proven to be the comeback kings of 2025, recovering 19 points from losing positions — the most in MLS this season. April’s comeback victory in Miami, where Dallas overturned a two-goal deficit, highlighted the squad’s fighting spirit and marked the club’s first such win since 2011.

Key Storylines

• Goalkeeper Rotation: With Michael Collodi suspended after his red card in St. Louis, all eyes will again be on Jacob Jackson, who delivered a memorable debut performance last weekend.

• Travel Tested: Dallas has endured one of MLS’s toughest road stretches this season, logging more than 15,000 miles across April and May alone. Returning home provides a welcome opportunity to reset.

• Playoff Push: Every point matters. Dallas sits on the fringe of the postseason race, and victory against Austin would be a major boost.

Looking Ahead

Saturday’s match promises more than just entertainment — it’s a pivotal clash with implications for both clubs’ seasons. Dallas will lean on its veteran leadership and rising stars to deliver in front of a home crowd expected to be lively for a rivalry fixture and Fan Night celebration.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. CT, with coverage available on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV and the official FC Dallas app for radio listeners.

Prediction: Expect a tightly contested affair with emotions high. Dallas’ resilience and Musa’s scoring touch may just give the hosts the edge in a 2-1 victory.