The ride couldn’t last forever as Houston Dynamo FC’s five league game unbeaten run was ended on the road when they traveled up I-45 to face FC Dallas in the first game of the Texas Derby. Both sides were coming off close US Open Cup victories during the week and the game very accurately could be described as back and forth. Sprinkle in a little controversy and you’ve got yourself a very memorable rivalry match at Toyota Stadium. Here are just a few of my brief takeaways from the game.
Outstanding start for a road game
Playing on the road in MLS is an incredibly difficult feat.