NEW YORK CITY - FC Dallas looks to make it three in a row tonight as they face New York City FC. Let’s dive into the Starting XI that Oscar Pareja will dress.

Movement Up Front

It’ll be a 4-4-2 formation once again for FCD with Maxi Urruti back in a starting role alongside Cristian Colman. Roland Lamah and Santiago Mosquera will patrol the wings, while Michael Barrios is available off the bench.

Further back, Jacori Hayes and Victor Ulloa getting their third straight start together with the back line and Jimmy Maurer intact as a unit for the sixth straight game.

Road Strategy

Just like two weeks ago in New England, expect Dallas to stay compact at the back in this 4-4-2 formation and allowing NYCFC to dominate possession. FCD will try to keep that possession away from their own goal and shots from non-threatening areas.

Acosta’s Return

After preseason sports hernia surgery, Kellyn Acosta makes his first 18-man roster of the season. The Homegrown and Carlos Gruezo are both available for use in the defensive midfield role.