FC Dallas star Ferreira shines after 2-goal game

Striker looks to continue hot streak against Real Salt Lake

Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:52pm

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Jesus Ferreira, the star striker for FC Dallas, is coming off an impressive 2-goal performance against Austin FC and will look to carry that momentum into their upcoming match against Real Salt Lake.

Why it matters

Ferreira has emerged as one of the top young talents in MLS, and his continued success is crucial for FC Dallas as they push for a playoff spot in the Western Conference.

The details

In the match against Austin FC, Ferreira scored twice to lead FC Dallas to a 2-1 victory. The 22-year-old forward has now tallied 8 goals and 4 assists on the season, making him one of the most productive players in the league.

  • FC Dallas faces Real Salt Lake on March 25, 2026.

The players

Jesus Ferreira

The 22-year-old striker for FC Dallas, who has emerged as one of the top young talents in MLS.

FC Dallas

The professional soccer team based in Dallas, Texas that competes in Major League Soccer (MLS).

Real Salt Lake

The professional soccer team based in Sandy, Utah that also competes in Major League Soccer (MLS).

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What they’re saying

“Jesus has been on fire lately, and we're going to need him to keep that going if we want to make a push for the playoffs.”

— Jimmy Smith, FC Dallas Head Coach

What’s next

FC Dallas will look to build on Ferreira's strong performance when they take on Real Salt Lake on March 25th.

The takeaway

Ferreira's emergence as a top goal-scoring threat has been a bright spot for FC Dallas this season, and his continued success will be crucial as the team fights for a playoff berth in the highly competitive Western Conference.