FC Dallas host LAFC in MLS showdown at Toyota Stadium

match details and occasion

FC Dallas welcome LAFC to Toyota Stadium on Sunday, 27 September 2026, for their MLS encounter kicking off at 00:30 UTC. This fixture sees two play-off contenders clash in a vital late-season match that could influence the post-season landscape.

standings and stakes

FC Dallas currently sit fourth in the MLS table after 26 matches, having collected 44 points from 12 wins, 8 draws and 6 losses. Their goal difference stands at +7 with 49 goals scored and 42 conceded. Meanwhile, LAFC are positioned sixth, three points behind on 41 points from 27 games. They have won 11, drawn 8 and lost 8 matches, with a superior goal difference of +14 thanks to 43 goals for and 29 against. Both teams occupy play-off places, so this fixture carries significance for their final positioning and momentum ahead of the post-season.

recent form

FC Dallas enter this match with mixed recent form. In their last five MLS games they have won three and lost two, scoring 7 goals and conceding 7 as well. Their most recent outing was a 0-3 loss away at Lexington on 25 September, which followed three straight wins including a 3-0 home victory over Brooklyn FC on 6 September and narrow 2-1 wins against DC Power FC and Fort Lauderdale United FC. Before this winning run, they had lost 0-2 away to Sporting JAX on 29 August.

LAFC's recent results show a series of draws and narrow outcomes. They have one win, three draws and one loss in their last five games. Their most recent match was a 2-2 away draw against San Jose Earthquakes on 19 September. Prior to that, they lost 1-3 away to Kansas City Kangaroos, won 2-0 at home versus Red Bull New York, and earned draws 2-2 away at Real Salt Lake and 0-0 away at D.C. United. LAFC have scored 7 and conceded 7 goals in these five matches, mirroring FC Dallas' recent goal stats.

head-to-head and expectations

The three-point gap between the sides in the standings highlights the closeness of their contest. FC Dallas have shown stronger winning form recently but suffered a heavy defeat in their latest match. LAFC have been more consistent in avoiding losses, with multiple draws keeping them competitive. Both teams share a similar goals-per-game ratio in recent matches, indicating a potentially tight and competitive game when they meet. The home advantage at Toyota Stadium could provide FC Dallas with a boost as they look to close the gap on teams above them.

broadcast information

Fans in the United States can watch this MLS fixture live on Apple TV. The match is scheduled for a late-night kick-off at 00:30 UTC, providing exciting viewing for supporters eager to see how these two play-off hopefuls fare against each other.

Where the teams stand

Recent form