It was a tough match for FC Dallas in the Texas heat on Thursday night, as they hosted Nicaraguan club Real Esteli. Temperatures over 90 degrees at the start provided a tough match for the players physically.
The opening half of play was primarily dominated by FC Dallas. However, they weren’t able to produce a goal until the 44th minute. It was Michael Barrios who put the home side head. Ryan Hollingshead provided the cross that was turned home.
Real Esteli equalized at the beginning of the second half with a goal from Juan Berden. The forward was in alone after defender Walker Zimmerman misjudged a ball over the top.