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Jonathan Bond - Excellent for clean sheet Bond recorded five saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win over Austin FC.

Impact Bond stopped all five shots he faced and earned an excellent clean sheet in the Texas rivalry clash. The goalkeeper was brilliant, facing more shots than his counterpart, but not conceding a single goal. Bond will hope to build on this excellent showing when he travels to take on Sporting Kansas City next time out.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Agustin Bouzat - Assists from midfield Bouzat assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Austin FC.

Impact Bouzat created a single chance during Saturday's win, but it was finished, giving him an assist despite his limited volume. This sort of volume won't always lead to goal contributions, but it's still a nice boon for what could have been a tough in-state rivalry. Bouzat isn't likely to be a consistent offensive threat with such limited volume.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ezequiel Ponce - Assists in rout Ponce assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Austin FC.

Impact Ponce got on the scoresheet during Saturday's win, creating a pair of chances during the one-sided win. He added an assist in the match and was a threat throughout his time on the pitch. He didn't have too much volume, but he was efficient on the ball and looked dangerous whenever he got forward, an encouraging sign moving forward.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mateusz Bogusz - Nets brace Bogusz scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 win over Austin FC.

Impact Bogusz was excellent throughout Saturday's win, he scored twice and made the most of his only two shots on goal. The winger was a threat every time he got on the ball and caused consistent issues for the Austin backline. It was an excellent performance to build on, as Bogusz also added a couple crosses and was dangerous in every aspect of the match.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bogusz scores 2 goals, Bond has 4 saves, Dynamo beat Austin 3-0

Mateusz Bogusz scored two goals, his first multi-goal game in MLS since 2024, and Jonathan Bond had four saves to help the Houston Dynamo beat Austin FC 3-0

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Lucas Halter - Starting in Austin match Halter (concussion) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus Austin FC.

Impact Halter has avoided a concussion absence and is making his second straight start, meaning Erik Sviatchenko continues to serve as a substitute in the weekend clash. Despite missing a great part of the season through injury, Halter has played as many minutes as possible when available and should be among his side's main defensive contributors if he stays healthy going forward.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Arnaud credits Austin midfield following Pereira's exit Austin FC will be aiming to build on their win over the Seattle Sounders when they travel to face the Houston Dynamo this weekend.

5 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ibrahim Aliyu - Late decision due to injury Aliyu is questionable ahead of Saturday's clash with Austin FC as he deals with a lower body injury.

Impact Aliyu's potential absence could leave the team without a recurring wide option, although he's typically used as a substitute. In any case, the severity of his issue remains unclear. The forward, who has been developing as an attacking depth option for Houston, scored one goal over his previous 10 MLS appearances. If he can't play, both Guilherme and Mateusz Bogusz should retain their respective spots on the wings and perhaps get increased time on the pitch.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo vs Austin Prediction and Betting Tips | July 25th 2026 Houston Dynamo will entertain Austin at Shell Energy Stadium in the MLS Western Conference on Saturday.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Jonathan Bond - No saves for draw Bond made no saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Bond faced a single shot, failed to stop it, and was left with the draw. It was a match that Houston controlled throughout, but unfortunately, Bond couldn't come up clutch at the most important moment. Bond will hope to bounce back and have a better showing against Austin in an in-state rivalry showdown.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jack McGlynn - Seven crosses Wednesday McGlynn recorded two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus D.C. United.

Impact McGlynn sent in seven crosses during Wednesday's draw, the midfielder peppered the box throughout the match, but couldn't find friendly heads often enough. It was still a solid showing on the whole as the midfielder got forward well and had a role on set-pieces. McGlynn will need to be more efficient if he wants to make good of this volume.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hector Herrera - Scores from midfield Herrera scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Herrera took two shots and put a single on goal during Wednesday's draw, but that was enough for him to score and earn the point. The midfielder isn't a huge goal threat all the time, but he made the most of his chance during Wednesday's clash. Herrera will likely remain a consistent option in the middle of the park, even if he's not scoring every match.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo host Austin in Western Conference play

The Houston Dynamo and Austin meet in Western Conference action

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Tai Baribo scores in the 78th for DC United in 1-1 tie with Dynamo

Tai Baribo scored in the 78th minute for D.C. United in a 1-1 tie with the Houston Dynamo in the first game for both teams since the World Cup break

JULY 23 • Associated Press

Lucas Halter - Leaves with concussion Wednesday Halter was subbed off under concussion protocol during Wednesday's clash against D.C. United.

Impact Halter suffered a blow when he stopped a potent shot with his head, which forced him to exit the field due to concussion protocol even though he felt better and wanted to stay on. Houston will now have to wait until the defender clears the protocol to use him in subsequent matches. His substitute Erik Sviatchenko could benefit from increased playing time at center-back while Halter is sidelined.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Blake Gillingham - Back from El Paso loan Gillingham has returned to Houston after his loan at El Paso Locomotive FC was cut short Wednesday.

Impact Gillingham is a 23-year-old goalkeeper who joined Houston ahead of the 2025 season and made his MLS debut on March 22, 2025. He recorded one appearance with the USL Championship club, starting between the sticks versus New Mexico United in the USL Cup. He's expected to be a depth option between the posts.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Carlos - Out a couple of weeks Carlos underwent a knee procedure and will be out for a couple of weeks, according to coach Ben Olsen, per DynamoFanTV.

Impact Carlos has been one of Houston's most physically commanding defensive pieces, organizing the backline with aerial dominance and intensity from the center of defense. His absence forces the team to reassemble the center back partnership from available depth, potentially giving veteran Erik Sviatchenko an opportunity to join Agustin Resch in the starting lineup. Carlos is expected to return to full training once his recovery period concludes.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United 'hard to beat' but need more wins, says Weiler D.C. United are looking to get back to winning ways when their MLS season kicks off again, with the Houston Dynamo their first test.

JULY 21 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Jimmy Maurer - Ruled out again Maurer is no longer dealing with concussion but is now unavailable through a back issue, the MLS reported Tuesday.

Impact Maurer has barely played this year, serving as a substitute behind Jonathan Bond before heading to the sidelines for the past few months. While there's uncertainty over Maurer's recovery timeline, he'll be unlikely to appear in future contests even if he achieves a quick recovery from his current injury.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Carlos - Out with lower body issue Carlos will miss at least Wednesday's duel versus D.C. United as he deals with a lower body injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Carlos is a center-back who has been one of Houston's most physically commanding defensive pieces, organizing the backline with aerial dominance and intensity from the center of the defense. His injury forces the team to reassemble the center-back partnership from available depth on limited midweek preparation time, potentially giving veteran Erik Sviatchenko an opportunity to join Agustin Resch in the starting lineup. A return timeline for the Brazilian will depend on the specific nature of the lower body issue, which has not been detailed.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo host D.C. United on 3-game home winning streak

The Houston Dynamo host D.C

JULY 21 • Associated Press

Houston Dynamo vs DC United Prediction and Betting Tips | 22nd July 2026 Houston Dynamo host DC United at the Shell Energy Stadium in MLS on Wednesday, aiming for their eighth win of the 2026 campaign.

JULY 20 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Sam Vines - Returns Wednesday Vines played 29 minutes from the bench in a friendly against America de Cali.

Impact Vines took the field for Houston in a friendly Wednesday, with the defender playing the final 29 minutes from the bench. This will give the club back a useful option at full-back, as he was a starter for Colorado last season. However, he may see more of a rotational role following the injuries this season, only starting in one of his three appearances.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Halter - Returns to action in friendly Halter (lower body) was included in the starting lineup during a practice match against Olimpia.

Impact Halter has made progress in his recovery from the issue that forced him to miss the last 11 games of the first half of the MLS season. Thus, the defender should be back in contention for starts going forward, having featured in three contests in 2026 before getting hurt. He'll challenge Antonio Carlos, Agustin Resch and Erik Sviatchenko in the center-back rotation, looking to see consistent action and rack up defensive stats eventually.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo acquire Duncan McGuire from Orlando City | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - HOU receive: Duncan McGuire - ORL receive: Up to $2.4 million GAM Houston Dynamo FC have acquired striker D...

JULY 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

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