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FC Dallas midfielder Ryan Hollingshead (12) shakes hands with Houston Dynamo defender Jalil Anibaba (2) after a 1-1 tie on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. (Ashley Landis/The Dallas Morning News)
With a bye week last weekend because of the international break, FC Dallas was able to work on more concepts without having to rigorously scout an opponent last week.
The players also had a few day off after an Oct. 1 victory against the LA Galaxy, which allowed the players not only to rest their legs but also get away from the intense preparation that has been required during the previous months.