MLS Next U17: Caiafa Barrios bags three as FC Dallas top Rangers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026-2027 MLS Next season continues to progress, and until June, the top boys' teams in the country will go against each other week in, week out, fighting for victories on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Soccer Texas continues to follow the league in the Lone Star State, providing the best coverage in the region, with match recaps, performance recaps, photo galleries, and social media posts that highlight the hard work and impressive talent of local players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On Saturday, November 14, the [program_tooltip program_id='283658' first='Houston' last='Rangers'] and [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] faced off in the U17 age group at Paul D. Rushing Park in Katy. The match had a busy first half, as all five goals in [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']' 4-1 victory were scored in the first 45 minutes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[program_tooltip program_id='283658' first='Houston' last='Rangers'] U17 vs. [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] U17 - <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/2026/11/mls-next-u17-houston-rangers-vs-fc-dallas-photos-2/">Photos</a></strong></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.instagram.com/p/DfvXGTlo6-h/?img_index=1","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"instagram","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.instagram.com/p/DfvXGTlo6-h/?img_index=1 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Rangers scored the first goal of the match in the seventh minute with forward [player_tooltip player_id='419742' first='Jean' last='Carlos Cabezas'], who was pushed inside the box after a free kick and converted from the penalty spot. [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']' response came in the 18th minute, when an accurate pass found forward [player_tooltip player_id='349092' first='Angelo' last='Caiafa Barrios'] behind the backline, and he sent the ball over the top of the Rangers' goalkeeper. Caiafa Barrios got the go-ahead goal in the 27th minute, receiving a pass on the right, beating a Rangers defender for the ball and calmly sending it into the back of the net.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The forward completed his hat-trick in the 33rd minute, when the ball found him after a corner kick, and he fired a low driven left-footed shot into the corner. Dallas' last goal was scored in the 37th minute by winger [player_tooltip player_id='349167' first='Angel' last='Monsivais Leos'], who received the ball behind the backline and sent it into the back of the net.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Players of the Game</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["349092"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a22804"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Caiafa Barrios was absolutely decisive in the match, scoring [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']' first three goals and playing a central role in their comeback. The striker had no trouble beating the Rangers' backline with his smart positioning and movement off the ball and was absolutely cold in front of the goal to convert his chances. Caiafa Barrios was very calm with his choices to beat the Rangers goalkeeper in his first two goals and did very well in the third, too, hitting a difficult first-time, left-footed shot. He did a lot more than just finishing chances, though, showing quality when he dropped to get involved in plays and making good diagonal runs in the final third.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419700,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3214.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419700" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["280110"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a22857"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Padilla Canales was another key piece in Dallas' strong performance, orchestrating the team's play from deep. The left-footed central midfielder was integral in the team's buildup, consistently dropping to get the ball from the defenders and moving it upfield with his accurate passing. Padilla Canales also thrived when operating higher up on the field, doing a good job of keeping possession and finding excellent passes behind the backline and sending the ball to the team's wide players. The midfielder also contributed off the ball, shielding the backline efficiently and being very active when playing defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419701,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3220.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419701" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["349167"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a2288d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Playing on the left side of [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']' attack, Monsivais Leos was another productive offensive weapon for them. The winger was very strong 1v1 when he got the ball and also showed good capacity to combine with his teammates and move off the ball. Monsivais Leos made an excellent run behind the backline to score their fourth goal, remaining onside and creating the conditions for his teammates to get him the ball. He was consistently dangerous when he brought the ball inside from the left and circulated the field well to combine with his teammates and make plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419711,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3269.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419711" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["383698"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a228bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ordonez was another piece in [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']' midfield trio that made a big impact in the game. He was very clean on the ball, took great care of it, and made good decisions every time he had possession. Ordonez was very efficient at operating in tight spaces, beating opponents with quick moves and releasing the ball to open teammates. His ability to deliver accurate progressive passes was particularly important after Dallas turned the game around as he took full advantage of the space vacated by the Rangers and set up many counter-attacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419734,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3588.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419734" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["210656"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a228ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arne led the [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] backline to a nearly flawless performance from the right center back spot. The USYNT player was extremely successful in his duels, dominating opponents both on the ground and in the air. Arne also thrived with his positioning, getting to most balls played behind the backline first, stepping up to intercept passes and making strong moves to block shots inside and around the box. The defender was very comfortable in possession, too, playing excellent passes out of the back, dribbling opponents to keep the ball, and driving it forward when he had the space to do it.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419726,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3362.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419726" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["210652"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a2291a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones had a solid shift at left back for Dallas, using his technique and intelligence on and off the ball to make an impact. He consistently stepped into the attacking half to support the offense and was very good at combining with his teammates and moving into open spaces to get the ball back. Jones showed remarkable composure and vision on the ball and managed to break the press with quick, first-time passes. The outside back also got the job done defensively, showing excellent positioning and determination to shut down plays in his zone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419696,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3185.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419696" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["419742"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a22947"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cabezas scored the Rangers' lone goal in the match and was their most dangerous attacking player. He was a bit isolated up top and showed great resilience to battle multiple Dallas defenders in the final third. Cabezas appeared in good spots in the box, made some strong runs behind the backline, and also did well when he dropped deeper, making turns to get into space and sprint forward. The striker was very composed when taking the penalty kick, with which he got his team ahead early in the match.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419720,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3323.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419720" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["211226"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6af8e74a22975"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Serna played left back for the Rangers and was one of their most consistent players in a difficult match. He circulated the ball well and did a fine job in possession for most of the time. Serna pushed forward to support the attack and got into good spots to finish chances inside the box a couple of times, while also providing great service off set pieces. The left back also appeared well on defense, playing with good determination and being very firm on the tackle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":419737,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/11/2J4A3604.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-419737" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->