Dallas vs Houston Dynamo Prediction 18 May 2025
🔊 On the horizon is another Texas derby, with Dallas set to host Houston Dynamo. An intriguing clash is expected as both teams aim to climb the standings. Dallas currently sit in 9th place, while Houston are in 12th. Both sides have struggled with form, but each is determined to showcase their best football and prove their competitiveness. The lineups promise to be strong, and the tactics aggressive with a focus on attack. Will the match be a goal-fest or turn into a tactical showdown?
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 23 February 2025 and concluded with a 1-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (home team - Houston Dynamo):
- possession percentage: 56% vs 44%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 13 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 3.
📊Analytical review of past official encounters between Dallas and Houston Dynamo:
- 47 matches played;
- home wins - 20, away wins - 9, draws - 18;
- goals scored (home/away) - 81 to 60;
- average total goals per match - 3.
Head-to-head statistics Dallas - Houston Dynamo
Dallas Team Overview
The last official match the team played was on in the MLS, featuring FC Dallas at home against Real Salt Lake. The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Dallas vs Real Salt Lake):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 2 vs 3;
- fouls: 18 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 5;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
Dallas play at home and hold a certain advantage over their opponent. Despite inconsistent results in recent matches-four wins, three losses, and three draws-they showcase a solid defense and an organized attack with a focus on ball possession. On average, the team scores 1.25 goals per game, indicating a need to boost their scoring efficiency to achieve higher ambitions in the league. In their previous encounter against Houston, the club secured a 2-1 victory, which only adds to their momentum.
Match Results: Dallas
Houston Dynamo Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the MLS, with Houston Dynamo hosting Minnesota United. The game ended 2-0.
Here are the match stats (Houston Dynamo vs Minnesota United):
- possession: 68% vs 32%;
- corners: 7 vs 5;
- fouls: 9 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 0.
Houston Dynamo are navigating a challenging phase, currently sitting in 12th place on the table after a string of setbacks, with 3 wins and 6 losses. However, they have shown they can be formidable, though not consistently. The team tends to adopt a defensive strategy, focusing on rapid counterattacks down the flanks. This approach allows them to create dangerous opportunities in front of the opponent's goal, leveraging the pace of their wingers.
Match Results: Houston Dynamo
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 47;
- home team wins - 20, away team wins - 9, draws - 18.
Statistics: Dallas vs Houston Dynamo
- matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 13;
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- win percentage: 33% vs 23%;
- losses: 4 vs 6;
- draws: 4 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 4;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 3 vs 3.
- Houston Dynamo won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 games against Dallas.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.72, the guests - 1.28;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 32; at the home team's field - 15.
Statistics: Dallas vs Houston Dynamo
- average total in the tournament: 2.92 vs 2.46;
- average total goals scored: 1.25 vs 1;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.5 vs 0.54;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.75 vs 0.46;
- Dallas: average total at home in the tournament - 0.8;
- Houston Dynamo: average total away in the tournament - 0.4;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.2) vs 1.4 (away - 1.2).
- Houston Dynamo have scored under 1.5 goals in last 9 away games against Dallas.
- Houston Dynamo have scored under 1.5 goals in last 9 away games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
Dallas: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.67; at home field - 3.2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.6; at home field - 2.4.
Houston Dynamo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.23, away - 4.2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.2; away - 6.2.
- Under 9.5 corners in 12 of last 14 Dallas home games (MLS).
- Under 9.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Dallas home games.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.9 (1.45 for home team and 1.45 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3.36 (1.36 for home team and 2 for away team).
Dallas: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.08; at home - 2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.3; at home - 2.6.
Houston Dynamo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.54, away - 3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.6; away - 2.8.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 47;
- both teams scored all-time - 32 times;
- on the home team’s field - 15 times.
Statistics: Dallas vs Houston Dynamo
- number of matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 13;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 7 vs 7;
- number of BTTS matches for Dallas at home - 3 (60%);
- number of BTTS matches for Houston Dynamo away - 2 (40%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Dallas at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Houston Dynamo away - 3 (60%).
Editor's Prediction
This match promises to be a true test for both sides in terms of strategy and player endurance on the field. Considering the latest stats and trends from their head-to-head encounters, a tight contest with few goals is anticipated, as the total has stayed under 3.5 goals in their last eight meetings consecutively. We believe that given the current form of both teams, it's reasonable to lower the expected goal count further. Therefore, we suggest betting on a total under 2.5 goals. As an alternative option, consider betting on the visitors' individual total under 1.5 goals, given Houston Dynamo's struggles to capitalize on their chances away from home.
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