FC Dallas concludes their three-match home series by hosting Minnesota United.
The starting lineups for both teams have been released. We’ll examine Eric Quill’s initial selections, the substitutes available, and our predictions for who will feature off the bench during the match.
What Changed From Last Match
Most notably in the attack, Santiago Moreno earns his inaugural start alongside Petar Musa, with Logan Farrington moving to the substitutes’ bench.
Nolan Norris also re-enters the starting eleven, replacing Deedson (which will allow Shaq Moore to operate wider on the flanks).
FC Dallas Lineup Notes:
Starting XI
Formation: 3-4-3
Bench
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Potential Substitutions
Considering the upcoming match in Seattle this weekend, some player rotation is anticipated tonight. I foresee Deedson, Delgado, Binyamin, Ramiro, and Farrington entering the game as substitutes. However, if the match progresses favorably, Simmonds and Sarver could also earn some playing time.
Crucial Question Before Kickoff
Will FC Dallas conclude their homestand with a victory?
Two consecutive frustrating draws at home have positioned FC Dallas in what is undeniably a must-win scenario tonight against Minnesota United. The team’s sentiment suggests they believe they are performing below their capabilities in recent weeks, yet the on-field execution has been lacking for various reasons. Tonight’s outcome will reveal whether those disappointing draws were mere anomalies or an emerging pattern as the club prepares for an increase in away fixtures in the weeks ahead.
Suspended: none
Season-ending injury list: Kaka Scabin (knee)
Out: Anderson Julio (Lower leg), Bernard Kamungo (lower leg)
Questionable: none
On Loan: Tsiki Ntsabeleng (Mamelodi Sundowns FC), Enes Sali (Al-Riyadh), Malachi Molina (Nashville SC), Geovane Jesus (North Texas SC), Enzo Newman (North Texas SC)
Unavailable (off-roster): Daniel Baran, Jaidyn Contreras
International duty: none
Minnesota Lineup Notes:
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- GK: Callender
- CB: Romero
- CB: Duggan
- CB: Diaz
- LWB: Duncan
- CM: Triantis
- CM: Gene
- RWB: Markanich
- AM: Chancalay
- AM: Pereyra
- ST: Yeboah
How to watch
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
⚽️ Kickoff: 7:30 PM
🏟 Venue: Toyota Stadium
📺 Streaming: MLS Season Pass
💬 Gameday Social: #FCDvMNU
☀️ Weather: 73, partly cloudy
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