FC Dallas Faces New York Red Bulls in US Open Cup Clash

HARRISON, NJ – FC Dallas is set to face off against the New York Red Bulls tonight in the U.S. Open Cup, aiming for another round in the prestigious tournament. Both teams are looking to bounce back after disappointing performances in their recent league matches.

This marks a rare Open Cup encounter between the two MLS teams. FC Dallas looks to build on its past success, having won the U.S. Open Cup twice. Last weekend, they fell to the Houston Dynamo in a Texas Derby clash, while the Red Bulls lost to New York City FC in their Hudson River Derby.

The key player for FC Dallas is Luciano Acosta. He is suspended for the upcoming league match but will play tonight, hoping to lead his team to victory. Dallas holds a challenging all-time record in New York, with just 17 wins against 27 losses and 7 draws. Their last positive result at Red Bulls Arena was in 2011.

The Red Bulls come into this match after a strong 4-1 victory over Colorado Springs in the Round of 32. They will rely on players like Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who is currently the team’s top scorer this season.

For FC Dallas, the potential lineup includes goalkeeper Maarten Paes and defenders Norris, Urhoghide, Ibeagha, and Moore. They will also feature the midfield pair of Ramiro and Kaick, supported by forwards Delgado, Acosta, Julio, and Musa.

Kickoff is set for 6:30 PM, with fans able to watch the match on Paramount+. The weather is expected to be rainy with a temperature of 54 degrees.