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FC Dallas has officially announced its full schedule of preseason friendlies as the team gears up for the 2025 MLS season. The squad departed for Algarve, Portugal, on January 19, where they will train at the Pine Cliffs Resort until January 31.
Key Takeaways
- FC Dallas will play two preseason matches in Portugal against Dinamo Tbilisi and Brøndby IF.
- The team will return to Texas for a friendly against Houston Dynamo FC on February 7.
- FC Dallas will also face FC Tulsa and Atlanta United FC in additional preseason matches.
Preseason Matches in Portugal
FC Dallas will kick off its preseason with two matches in Portugal. The first match is scheduled against Georgian club Dinamo Tbilisi on January 26 at 2:30 p.m. WET (8:30 a.m. CT). This match will serve as a crucial test for the team as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Following that, FC Dallas will take on Danish side Brøndby IF on January 30 at 1 p.m. WET (7 a.m. CT) at Estádio Algarve in Loulé. This match is particularly noteworthy as FC Dallas Academy alum Justin Che currently plays for Brøndby, adding an extra layer of excitement to the encounter.
Return to Texas
After their training camp in Portugal, FC Dallas will return to the Toyota Soccer Center on February 4. The team will host their Texas Derby rival, Houston Dynamo FC, on February 7 at 11 a.m. CT at Toyota Stadium. This match will be free for Season Ticket Members, who will receive further details from their Membership Services Representative regarding the fan experience.
Additional Preseason Matches
In addition to the match against Houston, FC Dallas will play a closed-door friendly against USL Championship side FC Tulsa on February 12 at 11 a.m. CT. This match will provide the coaching staff with an opportunity to evaluate the squad’s depth and performance ahead of the regular season.
On February 15, FC Dallas will travel to Marietta, Georgia, to face Atlanta United FC at the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Center at 11 a.m. CT. This match will be another important test as the team finalizes its roster and strategies for the 2025 season.
Summary of Preseason Matches
| Date | Opponent | Time (CT) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 26 | Dinamo Tbilisi | 8:30 a.m. | Pine Cliffs Resort, Algarve, Portugal |
| January 30 | Brøndby IF | 7:00 a.m. | Estádio Algarve, Loulé, Portugal |
| February 7 | Houston Dynamo FC | 11:00 a.m. | Toyota Stadium, Frisco, Texas |
| February 12 | FC Tulsa | 11:00 a.m. | Toyota Stadium and Soccer Center, Frisco |
| February 15 | Atlanta United FC | 11:00 a.m. | Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Center, Marietta, Georgia |
As FC Dallas prepares for the 2025 MLS season, these preseason matches will be vital for building team chemistry and assessing player performance. Fans are eagerly anticipating the return of soccer action as the team looks to make a strong start to the new season.
