FC Dallas looks to win their third straight game tonight when they take on the Portland Timbers.
The lineups are in for each side, so let’s dive in to them along with some questions.
The XI + Quick Thoughts
This is definitely is a 'if it isn't broke, don't fix it' kind of lineup for Eric Quill tonight. He's going with the same group that started last week against Colorado.
Jacob Jackson is back in goal for another game with a five-man defense that sees Bernard Kamungo and Ramiro on the wings, with Osaze Urhoghide, Shaq Moore and Sebastien Ibeagha in the middle of the defense.
The midfield will continue to have Chris Cappis linked up with Kaick, and Patrickson Delgado in front of them leading the attack.
Up front will be the duo of Petar Musa and Logan Farrington.
Who is on the bench?
The bench is pretty interesting tonight, no Maarten Paes or Paxton Pomykal (they did travel), but we see Michael Collodi, Lalas Abubakar, Deedson, Enes Sali, Anderson Julio, Pedrinho, Alvaro Augusto, Diego Garcia and Josh Torquato.
Who should come off the bench?
This game feels like a big moment for guys like Julio, Pedrinho, Abubakar and possibly Deedson.
Big question for tonight: Will good vibes continue on the road?
The last few road games have been pretty tough for the club, but they've managed draws away from home. They need to continue that pace and find ways to pressure a Portland side that is coming off a disappointing draw on Wednesday night that they let slip away in Vancouver.
Suspended: none
SEI List: Geovane Jesus (Right knee), Enzo Newman (knee), Herbert Endeley (knee)
Out: none
Questionable: Paxton Pomykal (knee bruise), Maarten Paes (upper leg)
On Loan: Tomas Pondeca (New Mexico United), Carl Sainte (Phoenix Rising), Tarik Scott (Monterey Bay FC), Diego Pepi (Texoma FC), Tsiki Ntsabeleng (Mamelodi Sundowns FC)
International Duty: Nolan Norris
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How to watch
📅 Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
⚽️ Kickoff: 9:30 PM
🏟 Venue: Providence Park
📺 Streaming: MLS Season Pass
💬 Gameday Social: #FCDvPTFC
☀️ Weather: 75, sunny
