Houston Dynamo vs Dallas: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 18/10

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Last updated: 14-10-2026

Houston Dynamo and Dallas have a track record that never disappoints football fans.

The two teams meet this 18/10 (Sunday), at Shell Energy Stadium (The Oven), at 01:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Houston Dynamo have won 0 time(s) and score 1.4 goals per match. Meanwhile, Dallas have won 3 time(s). Houston Dynamo have a 43.99% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Houston Dynamo vs Dallas.

Overview Houston Dynamo vs Dallas

Houston Dynamo are favourites, with a 43.99% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Football Club Dallas win are at 3.69 and a draw at 3.846.

In the Major League Soccer, Houston Dynamo have 13 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 9 defeat(s), with 39 goal(s) scored and 37 conceded. The top scorer is Guilherme, with 16 goal(s). On the other side, Dallas have 14 win(s), 8 draw(s) and 7 defeat(s), with 53 goal(s) scored and 45 conceded. Petar Musa is the top scorer with 19 goal(s).

Houston Dynamo have conceded goals in all of their last 4 clashes against Dallas.

Houston Dynamo are winless in 5 matches in the competition.

Houston Dynamo have conceded goals in their last 6 matches in the competition.

Head-to-head between Houston Dynamo and Dallas

In 37 clashes, Dallas have the advantage over Houston Dynamo: 15 win(s) against 7 and 15 draw(s). The most recent was on 22/03/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: Dallas 4-3 Houston Dynamo.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Houston Dynamo vs Dallas, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Houston Dynamo: current form

Houston Dynamo have played 29 match(es) in the MLS.

See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:

  • 13 win(s), 7 draw(s), 9 defeat(s)
  • Performance: 1.59 point(s) per match
  • 39 goals scored (1.34 per match)
  • Top scorer: Guilherme (16 goal(s))

Dallas: current form

For the visitors, Dallas have played 29 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.

See their performance:

  • 14 win(s), 8 draw(s), 7 defeat(s)
  • Performance: 1.72 point(s) per match
  • 53 goals scored (1.83 per match)
  • Top scorer: Petar Musa (19 goal(s))

Houston Dynamo vs Dallas key players

In the MLS, Guilherme carries Houston Dynamo Football Club's attack with 16 goal(s).

The playmaker is Guilherme, leading in assists with 7. In the whole season, Guilherme has 16 goal(s).

On the other side, Petar Musa is the name that frightens the most for The Hoops with 19 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Joaquín Valiente Cioli leads in assists with 9. In the whole season, Petar Musa has accumulated 19 goal(s).

Houston Dynamo vs Dallas statistics in the MLS

Houston Dynamo have an average of 9.18 corners and 2.21 cards per match. Dallas have 10.66 corners and 2.31 cards. The statistics for Houston Dynamo vs Dallas are in the table below.

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Points & Results

  • 1.59
    PPG
    1.72
  • 45%
    Wins
    48%
  • 48%
    First to Score
    62%

Goals Scored & Conceded

  • 1.34
    Scored/game
    1.83
  • 1.28
    Conceded/game
    1.55
  • 1.44
    xG
    1.39
  • 1.48
    xGA
    1.51

Trends

  • 41%
    Both Score
    62%
  • 38%
    Clean Sheet
    24%
  • 28%
    Failed to Score
    24%

Correct score prediction for Houston Dynamo vs Dallas

The favoritism in the odds points to Houston Dynamo. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Houston Dynamo 1-0 Dallas. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Houston Dynamo vs Dallas

Check out where to watch the live match between Dallas and Houston Dynamo:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Houston Dynamo and Dallas

The line-ups for Houston Dynamo vs Dallas in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Houston Dynamo Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Football Club Dallas line-up

The Dallas starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Houston Dynamo vs Dallas

Match: Houston Dynamo vs Dallas

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 18/10/2026

Time: 01:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Shell Energy Stadium (The Oven)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Likely Scores

#ScoreProbability%
11 - 1
13.44%
22 - 1
8.43%
31 - 2
8.12%
41 - 0
7.97%
50 - 0
7.89%
60 - 1
7.63%
72 - 0
6.34%
80 - 2
5.88%
92 - 2
5.60%
103 - 1
3.88%
111 - 3
3.59%
123 - 0
2.92%
Published: 15 Oct 2026
Updated: 15 Oct 2026