Venue: Toyota Stadium, Frisco, Texas
Kickoff: 7:30 PM CT / 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)
Dallas enters at 3‑3‑4, showing improved defensive stability but inconsistent attacking output. The Red Bulls arrive at 3‑4‑3, leaning heavily on their trademark high‑press system but struggling to convert chances. Both teams sit in the middle of their respective tables and need points to build momentum.
WEATHER REPORT — TOYOTA STADIUM
Forecast: Clear and warm
Temperature: 74–78°F
Wind: 8–12 mph from the south
Rain Chance: <5%
Impact:
Warm conditions favor high‑tempo play
Wind may influence long balls and set‑piece deliveries
Slight advantage to Dallas’ vertical transition game
INJURY REPORT
FC Dallas
No major injuries reported
One fullback listed as day‑to‑day (probable)
New York Red Bulls
No major injuries reported
Monitoring a midfielder with minor muscle tightness (expected to play)
Both teams project to be near full strength.
TACTICAL & PLAYER MATCHUPS
1. Jesús Ferreira (DAL) vs. Red Bulls Center‑Backs
Ferreira’s movement and link‑up play are central to Dallas’ attack. New York’s aggressive pressing can leave gaps for him to exploit.
Edge: Dallas
2. Lewis Morgan (RBNY) vs. Dallas Left Side
Morgan remains the Red Bulls’ most dangerous finisher and creator. Dallas must avoid giving him space to cut inside.
Edge: New York
3. Asier Illarramendi (DAL) vs. Frankie Amaya (RBNY)
Illarramendi dictates tempo and progression. Amaya’s pressing and ball‑winning are key to disrupting Dallas’ buildup.
Edge: Even
4. Goalkeeping: Maarten Paes (DAL) vs. Carlos Coronel (RBNY)
Paes is one of MLS’s most reliable shot‑stoppers. Coronel is steady but has struggled with rebound control this season.
Edge: Dallas
TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM
FC DALLAS (3‑3‑4)
Last 5: D‑W‑L‑D‑L
Goals For: 12
Goals Against: 14
Trend: Competitive but inconsistent
Strengths:
Strong midfield control
Reliable goalkeeping
Effective in transition
Weaknesses:
Inconsistent finishing
Vulnerable to high press
Occasional defensive lapses
NEW YORK RED BULLS (3‑4‑3)
Last 5: L‑D‑W‑L‑D
Goals For: 11
Goals Against: 13
Trend: High‑energy but lacking end product
Strengths:
Elite pressing structure
Strong wide play
Dangerous on set pieces
Weaknesses:
Poor chance conversion
Vulnerable when press is bypassed
Inconsistent road form
SERIES HISTORY
Last 10 meetings: Dallas leads 5‑3‑2
At Toyota Stadium: Dallas 3‑1‑1
Dallas has scored 2+ goals in 4 of the last 6 home meetings
Red Bulls have not won in Frisco since 2017
Dallas holds a clear historical home advantage.
BETTING TRENDS
FC Dallas
2‑1‑2 at home in last 5
Unders hitting in 5 of last 7
Scored first in 4 of last 6
New York Red Bulls
1‑3‑1 in last 5
Overs hitting in 4 of last 6
Conceded first in 5 of last 7
Matchup Trends
Dallas unbeaten in last 5 home matches vs. RBNY
Overs hitting in 4 of last 6 meetings
MATCH ODDS
FC Dallas + 220
New York Red Bulls + 110
Draw + 285
Over 3 – 120 Under 3 + 100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 1, 2026
