Los Angeles FC (14-7-7, 49 points) are well-positioned in the MLS standings, but it's still early days to predict the Western Conference landscape. However, things could become clearer when they face FC Dallas (9-13-7, 34 points) on Saturday night in Frisco, Texas.
Los Angeles currently holds third place in the West and has control over its playoff destiny. Meanwhile, Dallas sits in 11th place, with five games left, making this weekend's match almost a must-win if they hope to secure a playoff spot.
Dallas is coming off a narrow 3-2 defeat at Real Salt Lake on Wednesday. With three of their final five matches at home, they'll be looking to capitalize on their familiar surroundings.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
How to watch FC Dallas vs Los Angeles FC online - TV channels & live streams
In the US and worldwide, the MLS match between FC Dallas and Los Angeles FC will be available to watch and stream online live on Apple TV, through the MLS Season Pass.
Check out GOAL's Live Match Centre for updates, while highlights of the game will be uploaded to the official MLS YouTube channel.
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FC Dallas vs Los Angeles FC kick-off time
| Date: | Saturday, September 21, 2024 |
| Kick-off time: | 8:30 pm ET/ 5:30 pm PT |
| Venue: | Toyota Stadium |
The MLS match between FC Dallas and Los Angeles FC will be played at the Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, United States.
It will kick off at 8:30 pm ET/ 5:30 pm PT on Saturday, September 21, in the United States (US).
Team news & squads
FC Dallas team news
Lorenzo Dellavalle is sidelined for the rest of the season due to a torn ACL, while Jesus Murillo is also out with a knee issue. Marlon Santos is currently waiting on his visa clearance, and Cristian Olivera is listed as questionable with a leg concern. Meanwhile, LAFC forward Denis Bouanga has been in fine form, netting 17 goals this season, including one in June's 1-0 victory over Dallas at home.
FC Dallas possible XI: Paes; Trip, Ibeagha, Farfan; Ruan, Lletget, illarramendi, Arriola; Ferreira, Moses, Velasco
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Maurer, Carrera, Paes |
| Defenders: | Gonzalez, Farfan, Parker, Tafari, Twumasi, Korca, Ibeagha, Junqua, Norris |
| Midfielders: | Arriola, Lletget, Sainte, Show, Urzua, Pondeca, Kamungo, Sali, illarramendi |
| Forwards: | Musa, Sealy, Ntsabeleng, Velasco, Farrington, Endeley, Ansah, Henry-Scott, Scott |
Los Angeles FC team news
Alan Velasco, who found the back of the net for the first time this season on Wednesday, returned to action during FCD’s latest home match after a 10-month recovery from an ACL injury. The 22-year-old Argentine has been gradually building up his fitness and playing time, highlighted by a 45-minute stint on Wednesday night in Salt Lake City.
Geovane Jesus continues his recovery from a torn ACL, while Paxton Pomykal is out for the season following surgery on his left knee to address a cartilage problem. Liam Fraser is sidelined due to a leg injury, and Manuel "Show" Cafumana is questionable after being substituted at halftime in the last game due to an injury.
Los Angeles FC possible XI: Lloris; Hollingshead, Chanot, Long, Campos; Tillman, Sanchez, O'Brien; Bogusz, Giroud, Bounga
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Lloris, Hasal, Ochoa |
| Defenders: | Campos, Murillo, Segura, Palencia, Hollingshead, Chanot, Long, Bombino, Rosales, Marlon |
| Midfielders: | Sanchez, Tillman, Duenas, Bogusz, Atuesta, Musto, Darboe |
| Forwards: | Giroud, Olivera, Kamara, Ordaz, Martinez, Wibowo, Muller, Bouanga, Vega |
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 06/02/24 | Los Angeles FC 1-1 FC Dallas | MLS |
| 07/02/23 | FC Dallas 2-0 Los Angeles FC | MLS |
| 03/26/23 | Los Angeles FC 2-1 FC Dallas | MLS |
| 09/11/22 | FC Dallas 2-1 Los Angeles FC | MLS |
| 06/30/22 | Los Angeles FC 3-1 FC Dallas | MLS |