Kickoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. CT / 7:30 p.m. ET
Toyota Stadium, Frisco, Texas
TV/Streaming: Apple TV (MLS Season Pass – free for all MLS games in 2026), local radio
A pair of unbeaten Western and Eastern Conference sides clash in an early-season inter-conference test as FC Dallas hosts Nashville SC in the home opener at Toyota Stadium. Both teams enter with 3 points from convincing Week 1 victories, setting up a battle of attacking firepower, veteran leadership, and tactical discipline. Dallas looks to leverage their strong home form and Petar Musa’s scoring touch, while Nashville aims to carry momentum from a dominant opener and recent Concacaf success on the road.
Weather Updates
Predicted conditions: Mild North Texas evening—highs in the upper 60s to low 70s°F (19-22°C) during the day, cooling to mid-50s°F (12-13°C) by kickoff. Light winds (5-10 mph), mostly clear to partly cloudy skies, no precipitation expected. Comfortable conditions for soccer at Toyota Stadium—fast pitch, good visibility, and minimal impact on pace or stamina. Ideal for open, entertaining play.
Team Context
- FC Dallas (1-0-0, Western Conference): Perfect start with a home win. Emphasis on forward play, Musa-Farrington partnership, and building on late-2025 playoff push.
- Nashville SC (1-0-0, Eastern Conference): Strong opener win; recent Concacaf Champions Cup dominance (7-0 aggregate advance). BJ Callaghan’s side features high-octane attack with new additions like Cristian Espinoza boosting creativity.
Recent Team Forms (Last Match – Week 1 / Recent)
FC Dallas: 1-0-0 (3-2 win vs. Toronto FC on Feb. 21/22 at Toyota Stadium). Petar Musa brace (9′, 74′) and Logan Farrington goal; resilient after conceding, strong finishing and home energy. Boosted World Cup case for Musa.
Nashville SC: 1-0-0 (4-1 win vs. New England Revolution on Feb. 21 at GEODIS Park). Sam Surridge brace, Warren Madrigal goal + assists; dominant with Espinoza’s playmaking drawing attention from Mukhtar/Surridge. Followed by 5-0 Concacaf win over Atlético Ottawa (Feb. 24), advancing 7-0 aggregate—first three wins of season in club history.
Injury Report
FC Dallas:
- No major new injuries from opener. Core attackers (Petar Musa, Logan Farrington) and key pieces fit. Depth solid; no long-term concerns noted.
Nashville SC:
- No significant absences post-Concacaf/MLS openers. Stars (Sam Surridge, Hany Mukhtar, Cristian Espinoza, Jack Maher, etc.) available. Minor travel fatigue possible after midweek match, but rotation expected healthy.
Both teams in good shape early; monitor final reports for any tweaks.
Key Player Matchups
- Petar Musa (Dallas forward, brace in opener) vs. Nashville center-backs (e.g., Jack Maher / others): Musa’s clinical finishing and hold-up test Nashville’s backline—key for Dallas in transition.
- Sam Surridge / Hany Mukhtar (Nashville attackers) vs. Dallas defense: Surridge’s brace form + Mukhtar’s threat; Nashville’s attack exploits spaces if Dallas presses high.
- Cristian Espinoza (Nashville midfielder, new signing impact) vs. Dallas midfield: Espinoza’s creativity and vision draw coverage, opening lanes for Surridge/Mukhtar.
- Logan Farrington (Dallas forward) vs. Nashville fullbacks: Complementary to Musa; home energy could lead to second-half runs.
Series History
Competitive meetings; Nashville edged some recent (e.g., 2-1 win in June 2023). Dallas strong at Toyota Stadium in H2H spots. Games often feature goals, late drama, or high totals due to attacking styles—recent trends toward 2-3+ goals.
Betting Trends
- Dallas strong home openers/follow-ups after wins.
- Nashville excellent in openers (4-1 win); road form solid but midweek travel/Concacaf factor.
- H2H often Over 2.5 or BTTS; high-scoring potential with attacks.
- Dallas ~45-50% implied win prob at home; value on hosts after Musa brace.
- Early-season overs in entertaining matchups; unders if defensive focus.
MATCH ODDS
Nashville SC + 130
FC Dallas + 165
Draw + 270
Over 2.5 – 170 Under 2.5 + 135
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, February 27, 2026
