Musa Thrills with Hat-trick as Seattle Sounders Embrace Bold Offensive Tactics Against FC Dallas
Under the tutelage of Peter Luccin, FC Dallas seeks to extend its streak of improved performances this weekend against the Seattle Sounders in MLS.
Petar Musa netted a hat-trick in FC Dallas’ electrifying victory over Minnesota United, expressing his enthusiasm for Luccin’s offensive strategies.
The team triumphed 5-3 on their own turf Wednesday, marking a stretch of three undefeated games.
After parting ways with Nico Estevez on June 9, Musa noted that Luccin has unleashed the team’s offensive prowess.
“We now press towards the net more,” Musa commented.
“Our play has become more aggressive, with numerous players pushing forward, leading to a more attack-driven style.”
“The quintet of goals scored at home clearly illustrates our aggressive approach. I am excited about our evolving tactics,” he added.
Luccin shared: “I am thankful for the players’ tremendous effort. Their splendid play and directness have pleased me immensely.”
“Despite conceding goals, our performance was stellar. The fans enjoyed the spectacle of five home goals,” Luccin remarked.
“Sure, fewer goals against us would’ve been ideal, but it’s all part of the game. We’re improving gradually, and the players’ zeal is palpable. They are keen, they get it. We just need to fine-tune and find our balance. We definitely earned our win,” he concluded.
Next, FC Dallas heads northwest to take on the Seattle Sounders.
Just two points and one position separate Dallas from Seattle in the Western Conference standings.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Seattle Sounders – Jackson Ragen
Ragen celebrated his inaugural MLS goal in Seattle’s recent 2-2 draw with the Houston Dynamo. His goal makes him the seventh American scorer for the Sounders this season, matching their total from the previous year.
FC Dallas – Petar Musa
With his hat-trick, Musa’s goal tally for the season sprung to eight, surpassing any other Dallas player by four.
He ranks as the sixth Dallas player to score a hat-trick since 2017, tying with D.C. United for the most players achieving this feat in that span.
MATCH PREDICTION: SEATTLE WIN
The Sounders boast a 20-match home unbeaten streak against Dallas across all contests, including 16 victories. This record dates back to August 2011.
This encounter offers Seattle a shot at matching the longest-ever MLS home unbeaten streak against another team (21).
Given Dallas’s 11-game winless record on the road in MLS since last October, the Sounders might just secure a historic win.
OPTA WIN PROBABILITY
Seattle Sounders – 47.5%
FC Dallas – 26.4%
Draw – 26.2%
