FC Dallas and St. Louis City lock horns at Toyota Stadium on Sunday in a crucial Major League Soccer encounter. Both teams are chasing a return to winning ways and a push for the playoffs in the Western Conference.

FC Dallas’ Struggles and New Management

FC Dallas enters the match under new leadership, following the departure of head coach Nico Estevez. They currently sit in 13th place, well adrift of the playoff positions. Their recent form has been a concern, with only three wins in their last 16 outings. Aiming to reignite their playoff hopes, they will be desperate to secure a victory under interim manager Peter Luccin.

St. Louis City’s Recent Slide

St. Louis City, despite a promising start to their inaugural MLS season, has also fallen on hard times. After topping the Western Conference in their first season, they currently occupy 11th place. A string of winless matches, including five consecutive draws, has hampered their progress towards the playoffs. However, they remain within striking distance of the top nine, and a victory on Sunday would be a significant boost to their aspirations.

Head-to-Head Record and Recent Form

No prior meetings exist between these two teams, making this a fresh matchup. Both FC Dallas and St. Louis City will be eager to establish dominance in their first encounter.