Sunday’s MLS clash between FC Dallas and Seattle Sounders has all the ingredients for a tense Western Conference battle. Dallas are finding their groove with a three-match unbeaten streak and solid home form, while Seattle are still trying to remember what winning feels like. It’s been five games since they’ve tasted victory—and with key injuries piling up, the hill only gets steeper.
Both sides are dealing with some inconsistencies, but this game means more than just three points. Dallas will want to hold serve at home and keep climbing the table, especially with their attacking XG trending upward. Meanwhile, Seattle, sitting a disappointing 12th, are desperate to get back on track.
We’ll break down both sides’ recent form, strengths, and weaknesses, and then use our analysis to spit out three smart picks to help you make the most of your weekend wager. Buckle up—this one's a chess match waiting to unfold.
Claim Welcome BonusFC DALLAS PREVIEW
FC Dallas are quietly piecing together a solid campaign. Sitting 6th in the Western Conference with a 3W-2D-2L record, they’ve shown flashes of quality—especially at home. Their form reads LLWWD, but that draw last time out (1-1 vs Atlanta) showcased both their grit and areas needing improvement.
Last match recap:
Dallas held 42% possession, won 4 corners, committed 16 fouls, and picked up no cards. They managed just 2 shots on target, which isn't ideal, but still walked away with a point.
Home form: DWLLW – not perfect, but trending upward.
Key streaks:
Unbeaten in 3
Both teams to score in 7 of last 9
Conceded first in 6 of last 8
Under 4.5 cards in 5 of last 6
Under 10.5 corners in 6 of last 7
With Marco Farfan out, the left-back slot may be vulnerable, but Dallas have enough depth to cover it. What's working in their favor? Their Team xG of 1.61—one of the best in the Western Conference—shows they’re generating quality chances even when not dominating possession.
Expect Jesús Ferreira and Alan Velasco to carry the creative load. If they click early, Seattle could be in for a long 90 minutes.
SEATTLE SOUNDERS PREVIEW
It’s been a rough start for the Sounders, who sit 12th in the Western Conference with a 1W-3D-3L record. They’re without a win in five and just got thrashed 3-0 by San Diego. Confidence is low, and key players are missing.
Last match vs San Diego:
Despite having 56% possession and 4 shots on target, Seattle were toothless in the final third. They earned 5 corners, committed 10 fouls, and picked up 1 yellow card—but never looked like threatening.
Away form: LLLDL – winless on the road, leaking goals and lacking bite.
Recent streaks:
No wins in 5
Conceded first in 4 of last 5
Down at halftime in 4 of last 5
Under 4.5 cards in 9 of last 10
To make matters worse, Paul Arriola and Jordan Morris are both sidelined—two players who normally bring pace and punch to Seattle’s attack. Their absence forces Brian Schmetzer to rely on younger, less proven options.
The Sounders’ xG sits at just 1.22, well below the league average and a red flag against a team like Dallas that's starting to gel. Unless they dramatically improve their efficiency and focus, it’s hard to see them flipping the script in this one.
HEAD TO HEAD
Record: Seattle 22 wins, Dallas 12 wins, 13 draws
Last Meeting: Seattle edged a wild 3-2 win
Recent Trends:
Seattle unbeaten in last 3 vs Dallas
Under 2.5 goals in 8 of their last 10 meetings
Under 4.5 cards in 5 of the last 6
Under 10.5 corners in all of the last 6
Seattle’s recent dominance and defensive discipline in this fixture stand out—but this is the most vulnerable they’ve looked in years, especially without their stars and no road wins to speak of.
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Expert Betting Tips
Under 10.5 Corners – 1.6 Odds on 1xbet
Hit in 6 of Dallas’ last 7 and 6 of Seattle’s last 6 H2Hs. Both teams don’t rely heavily on wide play.
Both Teams to Score – YES @ 1.77 Odds on Betway
Dallas has seen BTTS in 7 of 9. Even with Seattle struggling, Dallas tends to concede first.
Under 5 Total Cards – @ 1.57 Odds on Bet365
This has landed in 5 of Dallas’ last 6, and 9 of Seattle’s last 10. Ref tendencies also lean low-card.
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