The Houston Dynamo took the first step in reclaiming El Capitán by besting FC Dallas 5-0.
The Houston Dynamo hoped to earn their first victory of the 2016 MLS regular season campaign against in-state rivals FC Dallas. Last season Dallas swept the Dynamo in the Texas Derby and retained possession of El Capitán for a 3rd consecutive year. In the Dynamo's previous match the club looked poised to earn the full 3 points against the New England Revolution, but an equalizing goal in stoppage time from Daigo Kobayashi played the role of spoiler at BBVA Compass Stadium.