FRISCO, Texas — FC Dallas showed both firepower and resolve Saturday night, storming back to defeat Houston Dynamo FC 4-3 in a chaotic Texas Derby clash that had all the intensity the rivalry promises.
Dallas looked in control early behind forward Logan Farrington, who delivered a pair of first-half goals to give the hosts a quick advantage. Farrington’s brace — his second as a professional — showcased his growing confidence, including a composed finish after a clever first touch and a well-timed run that found space inside the box.
But the early cushion didn’t hold.
Houston capitalized on defensive lapses, flipping momentum before halftime and briefly seizing control of the match. The sudden swing exposed a stretch of complacency from Dallas, who struggled to regain their rhythm as the visitors surged.
Out of the break, though, the response came.
Dallas tightened its shape and rediscovered its attacking edge, with multiple contributors stepping into the moment. Petar Musa, entering off the bench, made an immediate impact, netting a crucial goal — the 40th of his club career — to help swing the match back in Dallas’ favor.
The comeback effort was fueled by a collective push. Michael Collodi, Herman Johansson, Shaq Moore and Joaquín Valiente each recorded their first goal contributions for the club, underscoring a balanced attack that refused to fade.
The victory also continued an early-season trend: Dallas has now earned seven points from losing positions, highlighting a resilience that has quickly become a defining trait.
Head coach Eric Quill praised his team’s mentality after the match, pointing to their ability to regroup and respond under pressure.
“We showed belief,” Quill said. “Even when things turned against us, the group stayed connected and found a way back.”
Farrington echoed that sentiment, noting the halftime reset proved decisive.
“We lost our way for a bit,” he said. “But we came out in the second half and showed who we really are.”
With the win, Dallas heads into the international break carrying momentum and confidence, having secured its first Texas Derby victory of the 2026 season in dramatic fashion.
Next Up: Dallas returns to action April 4 against D.C. United following the FIFA international window.
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FC Dallas Rallies Past Houston, 4-3 in Texas Derby Thriller
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — FC Dallas stormed back to defeat Houston Dynamo FC 4-3 on Saturday night, fueled by resilience and timely scoring.
Logan Farrington led Dallas with two early goals, but Houston answered with a quick turnaround before halftime to take control.
Dallas regrouped in the second half, with Petar Musa coming off the bench to score his 40th career club goal and help seal the comeback.
The win marks Dallas’ first Texas Derby victory of 2026 and continues a trend of strong comebacks, earning seven points from losing positions this season.
Next Up: Dallas returns April 4 vs. D.C. United.
