SET THE STAGE: FC Dallas vs. Nashville SC | 3.12.22

FRISCO, Texas - FC Dallas returns to home to face Nashville SC this Saturday, March 12 at 7:30PM at Toyota Stadium.

Here's everything you need to know before the game.

How to Watch

TV (English): Mark Followill and Steve Davis will be on the call for Saturday's match on TXA 21 and the FCDTV Network. Coverage begins at 7PM CT.

TV (Spanish): The match will also be shown on Estrella TV (KMPX-29) in Spanish with Gerrardo Velázquez and Homar Rojas.

ONLINE: For viewers inside DFW and the FCDTV Network, the match will also be streamed live on fcdallas.com/stream.

The match will be also be streaming on ESPN+ in English and Spanish for viewers outside the DFW and FCDTV Network markets. (ESPN+ blackout restrictions apply)

Streaming FAQ

LISTEN

English: If you can't watch the match, you can listen to all the action on FCDallas.com/Radio hosted by Sam Hale beginning at 7PM.

Spanish: The duo of Carlos Alvarado and Rafa Calderon will call the game in Spanish on 1270AM, starting at 7:30PM CT.

Match Overview

HEAD-TO-HEAD

• FCD record: 0-1-1 (1 point - 10th in West)
• NSH record: 1-0-1 (4 points - 4th in West)
• FCD vs. NSH all-time: 1-2-1 (1 goal scored, 4 goals conceded)
• FCD vs. NSH all-time home: 0-1-1 (0 goals scored, 1 goal conceded)

STORY LINES

First Win
Dallas returns home in search of its first win of the season. But it won't come easy. Nashville (who moved into the Western Conference this season) reached the Eastern Conference Finals last year and have started strongly once again, registering a win and a draw to open their 2022 campaign. With a draw and loss from its two opening games, FCD would relish three points on Saturday to maintain the positive momentum from an exciting offseason.

• Paul Arriola: "I think this week, the most important thing to focus on was the three points. We're at home, we talk about having the right mentality at home, making this place a place where teams don't want to come play. For us, the most important thing is to do everything we can do try and win."

Chance Conversion
FC Dallas has one goal over its first two games but it's not for a lack of trying. Dallas out-shot their opponents in both games (13 shots to 8 against Toronto FC and 12 to 10 against New England) but has only capitalized once so far. The volume of chances created is promising but Dallas needs to start making it count to punish teams in front of goal. Newcomer Paul Arriola has been pulling the strings in Dallas' attack, registering an assist on his debut and four chances created last time out. It's been a strong start for the USMNT winger but but still sees room for improvement in the final third.

• Paul Arriola: "Offensively I think we're just missing a little more execution, precision in the final pass. I think at the end of the day, that's what it comes down to. That's why offensive players get paid the big bucks to be able to do that. For everyone up front, I think the important thing is to stay calm and find the final pass."

Velasco Debut?
Club record signing Alan Velasco could be in line to make his FCD and MLS debut this Saturday. The 19-year-old Argentine arrived in Dallas the day after the club's home opener on Feb. 26. Although he joined team training last week, head coach Nico Estévez felt the winger would benefit from a longer adaptation period and didn't travel for the club's first away match against the Revolution. Now, with two weeks of training under his belt, Velasco seems ready to make his first appearances in FCD colors.

• Nico Estévez: “I think Alan is progressing very well. I think he needed that week to stay here and work. During this week, you can see how he has a different approach to the trainings, his connections with his teammates, his fitness, everything looks much different. He will be able to participate for sure on the weekend.”

Game Day Activities at Toyota Stadium

St. Patrick’s Day Pregame Party on the Pitch 
It’s a St. Patrick’s Day party on the pitch from 5:30-7PM on Tundra Field 2 at Toyota Soccer Center. The pregame party kicks off with live music from the Justin Wade Band. There will be inflatable axe throwing, a climbing wall, giant beverage pong and an inflatable mechanical bull that fans of all ages can enjoy. Fans will also get the chance to take a shot against FC Dallas Ambassador Kenny Cooper and mascot Tex Hooper.

Pregame Giveaway 
FC Dallas partner AdvoCare is giving away a clear cinch bag as well as a sample of their popular GO MEs vitamins to fans upon entry. 

Fan Gram Sweepstakes 
Throughout the 2022 season, FC Dallas fans have a chance to win exclusive FC Dallas swag signed by their favorite player as part of our ongoing Fan Gram Sweepstakes.
Here’s how to enter: 

• Post a shot of yourself at the FC Dallas match on social media (Twitter, Instagram or Facebook). 
• Tag @FCDallas. 
• Use the hashtag #FCDSweepstakes. 
• That’s it! You’re entered. Winners will be randomly selected after each match.

Music Throughout the Match 
The popular FC Dallas drumline returns in 2022 and is setting the pregame stage throughout the Toyota Stadium parking lots, tailgates and concourses. 

FC Dallas also has The Bass Junkies spinning in the Michelob UltraZone before the match and during the halftime intermission. 

• 2022 Promotions and Theme Nights 
  In 2022, guests enjoying matches at Toyota Stadium can experience fireworks, a Stars Wars night and incredible giveaways. To learn more, please visit FCDallas.com/Theme-Nights.