MLS Next U15: Dynamo build on strong first half to top FC Dallas

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026-2027 MLS Next season is officially underway, 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, October 17, the [program_tooltip program_id='283657' first='Houston' last='Dynamo'] U15 faced [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] at SaberCats Stadium, and we were there. A strong performance at the end of the first half paved the way for the Dynamo's 3-0 victory.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>[program_tooltip program_id='283657' first='Houston' last='Dynamo'] U15 vs. [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] U15 - <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/2026/10/mls-next-u15-houston-dynamo-vs-fc-dallas-photos-2/">Photos</a></strong></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.instagram.com/p/DeuD4iHFG7d/?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/DeuD4iHFG7d/?img_index=1 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The home team scored its first goal in the 14th minute, when forward [player_tooltip player_id='381700' first='Ryu' last='Roberts'] dribbled past a defender on the left side of the penalty box and fired a powerful left-footed shot into the back of the net. In the 38th minute, midfielder [player_tooltip player_id='381703' first='Frederico' last='Knupfer'] won the ball on the edge of [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']'s box and passed it to forward Lucas Moscon De Oliveira, who doubled the Dynamo's lead. The third goal happened before the halftime break, with midfielder [player_tooltip player_id='375712' first='Eduardo' last='Iglesias'] getting to the end of a cross sent by Ryu after a short corner and deflecting the ball into the back of the net with a first-time shot.</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":["381700"],"_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-6ad77fe09073b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ryu was involved in two of the Dynamo's three goals and was a constant threat to [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']' defensive system. The left-footed playmaker spent time on both wings and used his dribbling skills to beat opponents 1v1 and make plays out wide. Ryu scored the Dynamo's first goal after beating an opponent in a tight space inside the box and firing a powerful shot and he registered the assist for the third goal after taking a short corner on the right. He provided great service off corner kicks and free kicks on the side of the box and generated other opportunities for his team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415468,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0036_73ef71.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415468" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["375712"],"_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-6ad77fe09078c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Iglesias had a solid shift in midfield and helped the Dynamo control the center of the field and the flow of the game. He covered a lot of ground and was very precise with his defensive actions, standing out for his excellent read of the game and the timing of his tackles. Iglesias also appeared well in possession, moving the ball intelligently and always looking to get it into the final third. He was excellent in the play of the third goal, reading the path of Ryu's cross and hitting the ball with a nice first-time shot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415469,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0038_e9b81e.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415469" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["353427"],"_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-6ad77fe0907d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Skillern led the Dynamo to a clean sheet against a strong opponent by making a big impact as a right-sided center back. The captain was very good at protecting the team's penalty box and also did well when he had to defend higher up on the field, combining great physicality and excellent mobility. Skillern combined very well with fellow center back Isaiah Morales as the two were always ready to support each other and stopped many [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] offensive plays. He also did very well on the ball, leading the Dynamo's buildup and playing some direct passes behind the backline.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415464,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0029.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415464" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["319589"],"_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-6ad77fe0907b4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Oliveira led the line for the Dynamo and contributed a goal in the team's victory. The center forward got a great pass from midfielder [player_tooltip player_id='381703' first='Frederico' last='Knupfer'] and showed calm in front of the goal to capitalize on it with a well-placed shot. Oliveira also did well when drifting wide, getting the ball in space to go at defenders and using pace to make runs in behind. He also appeared well in the center of the field, helping set up plays with quick and intelligent first-time and backheeled passes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415489,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0122_049733.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415489" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["415598"],"_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-6ad77fe0907f8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hickok was very good at right back for the Dynamo and contributed to the team's success on both sides of the ball. He was very solid defensively and, even matched up with dynamic [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] winger Jeremy Hagan, held his ground efficiently, keeping him out wide. Hickok also did a good job of being an option to his teammates during the Dynamo's buildup, getting them out of pressure on a few occasions. The outside back demonstrated good quality going forward, too, combining well with his teammates and consistently getting to the end line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415474,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0058_6b9cff.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415474" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["415599"],"_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-6ad77fe090821"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reyes was [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas']' most active and productive midfield player and stood out as one of their best players on a tough day for the team. He delivered good intensity in the center of the field and competed with the Dynamo midfielders for the ball. Reyes made some good runs through the center that helped his team break the opposing press and get the ball into the attacking half. He got on the ball basically every time [program_tooltip program_id='283648' first='FC' last='Dallas'] had possession and moved it well, connecting the vast majority of his passes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415458,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0012_cabb5c.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415458" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["380184"],"_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-6ad77fe090842"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ray didn't get much service up top and did the best he could with what he got. The center forward got into many physical battles with the Dynamo defenders and won some of them, making plays in the final third. He had one good opportunity to score in the first half and fired a nice shot on target, which was saved by the goalkeeper. Ray looked for the ball a lot, moving to the wings and dropping deeper to get it, and showed nice quality to make plays away from the penalty box, too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415480,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0080_29b4ec.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415480" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["381748"],"_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-6ad77fe090863"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A left back, Atehortua worked hard to contain Dynamo winger Ryu, showing good intensity and determination to challenge him in 1v1 duels. He also pushed forward when he had a chance and made some impact in the final third with his runs down the line. Aterhortua passed the ball well in the attacking half and sent a dangerous cross that went across the goalmouth in one of his plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:image {"id":415482,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2026/10/2J4A0089_da22f2.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-415482" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->