Dallas Trinity FC falls to Carolina Ascent FC, ending six-game unbeaten streak

Trinity remains in third place overall in the Gainbridge Super League after the loss.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Dallas Trinity FC's six-game unbeaten streak has come to an end after falling 2-0 on the road to Carolina Ascent FC on Saturday. Sydney Studer scored two goals for Carolina Ascent FC, one in the 26th minute and another in the 63rd minute. Despite the loss, Trinity remains in third place in the Gainbridge Super League.

Why it matters

This loss ends a strong run of form for Dallas Trinity FC, who had been unbeaten in their previous six matches. While they remain in third place in the league standings, the defeat could impact their positioning and chances of climbing higher in the table as the season progresses.

The details

Dallas Trinity FC was unable to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, with Head Coach Nathan Thackeray stating the team was "very wasteful in the final third." Carolina Ascent FC took advantage of Trinity's missed chances, with Sydney Studer scoring a goal in each half to secure the victory.

  • The match took place on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
  • Sydney Studer scored the first goal for Carolina Ascent FC in the 26th minute.
  • Sydney Studer scored the second goal for Carolina Ascent FC in the 63rd minute.

The players

Sydney Studer

A forward for Carolina Ascent FC who scored both goals in the 2-0 victory over Dallas Trinity FC.

Nathan Thackeray

The head coach of Dallas Trinity FC, who acknowledged the team's missed opportunities but remains confident in their performance and application.

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What they’re saying

“I actually thought we played quite well for a lot of moments of the game. We were very wasteful in the final third and had very good opportunities to score in both the first and second half, but we didn't take advantage of it.”

— Nathan Thackeray, Head Coach (dallasnews.com)

What’s next

Dallas Trinity FC will look to bounce back when they face the Houston Dash in the I-45 Texas Showdown next Saturday at the Cotton Bowl.

The takeaway

This loss serves as a reminder that even the best teams can have off days, and the ability to capitalize on scoring chances can be the difference between winning and losing. Dallas Trinity FC will need to learn from this experience and continue to improve their finishing in order to maintain their position in the league standings.