2020 FC Dallas preseason: Winners and losers (so far) The preseason is quickly coming to a close here for FC Dallas fans as we’re less than two weeks away from the start of the 2020 season. HIGHLIGHTS: Houston Dynamo vs. FC Dallas August 21, 2020. August 21, 2020 (4 min) HIGHLIGHTS: FC Dallas 0-0 Nashville SC. August 17, 2020 (4 min).
© Andrew Dieb-USA TODAY SportsThe preseason is quickly coming to a close here for FC Dallas fans as we’re less than two weeks away from the start of the 2020 season against the Philadelphia Union.
FC Dallas began to make PTI signings in the wake of losing Weston McKennie to Schalke 04 – a wake-up call for both FCD and MLS as a whole – and have included players like Paxton Pomykal, Jesus Ferreira, and Bryan Reynolds who were signed at 16, 15, and 15 years of age.
Dallas defenders blocked six shots and made seven interceptions in or around the penalty area. The Sounders needed to find an alternate route. In this case, it was a set piece. HIGHLIGHTS: Houston Dynamo vs. FC Dallas August 21, 2020. August 21, 2020 (4 min) HIGHLIGHTS: FC Dallas 0-0 Nashville SC. August 17, 2020 (4 min) WATCH: FIFA Highlights for FC Dallas vs. May 2, 2020 (1 min) WATCH: FIFA Highlights for FC Dallas vs. Colorado Rapids.
As the club heads to Florida for one final trip this winter, it is a good time to take stock of who is doing well this preseason and who still has work left to do.
Winning - Jesus Ferreira
When you are scoring goals like this:
JESUUUUUUUUUS!!!!
Our No. 7 ties things up here in LA! #DTIDpic.twitter.com/9BlDo5sjNN
— FC Dallas (@FCDallas) February 6, 2020Yeah, Jesus has been doing just fine this preseason following a successful January camp with the United States National team. So far, he’s really be one of the few constants in the attack that has shown well and is progressing the way you would want into the end of the preseason. If he scores goals, especially like the one above, we could finally see a double digit scorer with Dallas this season.
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Winning - Zdenek Ondrasek
I also think the same could be said about Cobra here. The Czech striker has been every bit as good as he was to finish the 2019 season so far this preseason. He’s scoring goals, becoming a team leader in the locker room, and is still proving to be a guy that is loving life in MLS.
Luchi Gonzalez hasn’t changed his approach to how he wants to use Ondrasek either this season. He’ll sit high and expect to push the attack in the penalty box, as well as find spaces to be free to make attempts on goal. So far this preseason he has done just that.
KOBRAAAAAAAA!!!
Zdenek Ondrasek, he scores when he wants!
FCD 1-0 AUS | #DTIDpic.twitter.com/47G1CbZxDr
— FC Dallas (@FCDallas) February 9, 2020Losing - Injuries to the FCD midfield
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We’re getting closer and closer to seeing Paxton Pomykal finally make an appearance this preseason, I think we’ll see it at some point in Florida this week for that matter. But the injuries elsewhere to guys like Brandon Servania and Bryan Acosta certainly do set things back for the start of the season. Servania (knee) and Acosta (appendix) are likely going to be sidelined at least for another couple of weeks, if not more.
Losing - Manuel Ferriol
The rookie out of JMU was actually showing well early on in camp. Luchi Gonzalez spoke highly of his soccer IQ after drafting him in the second round. But visa issues have plagued his ability to stay in camp throughout February.
FC Dallas has told me that the team is still working with Ferriol and his agent to get him back, which may mean we’ll see him get some additional minutes in training and possible a deal with North Texas SC like two of the other draft picks did last week.
Toss-up - Fafa Picault and Santiago Mosquera
At times this preseason we’ve seen exactly why Picault was brought to Dallas from Philadelphia. We’ve also seen at times why Mosquera can be the most dangerous player on the field for FC Dallas.
Still, I don’t feel like either have really earned the starting position yet at left wing. Both are still battling, and truth be told, that is what you want at this stage in the preseason. But at some point someone has to make a little more of a leap above the other and earn it. My gut tells me we will see Mosquera get the nod early on this season but we can’t sleep on Picault’s defensive abilities and what that brings to the table.
Love the rooftop bar at sunset.
Perfect pre-drink spot before a Mavs game!!! Patio is awesome, great atmosphere, nice views, & good drinks!!!
Best patio in Uptown. Very dog friendly. You have to try the loaded queso.
Try the Yellow Armadillo Wheat. Perfect summer patio beer!
Amazing Craft Beer selection, great patio and excellent service.
Duck fat cheese fries, chicken tenders w/ peanut butter, and lots of beer in huge outdoor area
Huge outdoor area. Great bar and nice drinks. Nachos were hot and crisp. Fun place to start your night
Great drinks, quality bar bites, and a chill patio atmosphere with plenty of space to stretch out. The beer menu is impressive. Try the duck fat cheese fries.
The Ginger Man houses some of the best brews in town and is home to one of the best patios in Dallas. Read more.
Two patios for enjoying the fine Texas weather and tons of beer to choose from! (Not to mention a great place to take in an FC Dallas match.)
Always a fun time, especially on the back patio in the fall and spring
The Old Monk has one of the best patios in Dallas! Watch the your favorite Dallas teams while drinking beer and eating tasty mussels!!!
Great patio and good dinners and lunches! As long as you're don draper...
Quality patio, beer selection and variety of food; particularly the Brisket grilled cheese and the Pita sandwich.
Great patio with a small pool table and private curtained off area!
Great neighborhood bar with a chill vibe, secluded patio, reasonable drink prices, and a better burger than hog might expect.
Best patio. Large beer selection. Free live music.
Big draft beer selection. Outdoor patio for live music. Great place to hang out.
Nice outdoor space. Friendly service. Lots of good beer. Only issue is limited food menu early on the weekend
This is the best restaurant in Addison. Their patio is like Miami meets Las Vegas. Their service is like a five star restaurant. Their food is more consistent than your grandmother thanksgiving dinner
Great lively spot with some incredible dishes. I would start with the Queso Fundido and move onto 'The Chairman'. When the weather is looking good, get some time on the patio.
The patio has an amazing ambience overlooking a golf course. Great for lunch or dinner. Get the queso mesero to start - after all...you're in Texas and queso is its own food group here.
Great brewery tour on Saturdays with a dog friendly patio and taproom!
This local brew has great parking, Outdoor seating. Amazing craft brew any choice is good. Great names for their beer. They do cans for purchase. A fun atmosphere with games. Live bands some nights
Arguably the best Dallas brewery. Great outdoor patio makes it a lot of fun for groups!
Awesome patio!
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Outdoor patio, live music, great food, cool atmosphere. Retail store attached with imported home decor
Love love love this place! Great patio great food! You have to try the desert
My favorite place to sit is upstairs. It's cozy, has a bar and has a little sitting area with a warm fire. During nice weather, the rooftop patio is awesome. — Web editor @christyrobinson
Beautiful ambiance, especially if you get a spot on the rooftop. The food is wonderful and particularly excited that I've found one of the best 'Moscow Mule's in the city!
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I loved this outdoor beer garden. Great for those happy hour beers afterwork. Lots of parking and food trucks.
Food trucks, craft cocktails, craft beer and a funky patio. Good times. Always!
One of the best patio places in Dallas that I have been to; it is a great place to chill and a lot of fun.
This place makes me wish I was a beer drinker. Totally cool and great outdoors space as well
Always lots of people, lots of different beers. Big outside patio with fireplaces when it's cold. Awesome place.
Great outdoor seating. Nachos were crisp and fresh and hot. Great bar
Great patio, cool use of space. Get your beer and hang out!
Awesome chill patio, great rotating food specials, craft beer, and 'murica!'
Great selection of local beer, giant sandwiches, and a really laid-back atmosphere. Grab a spot on the patio and a Deep Ellum beer!
Plan on waiting awhile if you want inside seating. The place is very popular right now. Great covered patio if you don't mind the elements.
This list of burgers demands to be conquered, line by line. The beer pairings are perfection and the hipster- & neighbor-laden patio is a welcoming place come anytime. [Eater 38 Member]