The first game of Chivas USA against FC Dallas took place in Pizza Hut Park at Frisco Texas and before an audience of 17,540. The game itself was broadcast live by Telefutura TV.

FC Dallas started the game with possession of the ball and the game with the first goal by Toja with the assistance of Thompson and Rhine at 21 minutes. In spite of bookings and substitutions in both sides, FC Dallas continued to take advantage of the lack of discipline, tenacity, and fortitude of the Chivas USA. Chivas USA was the most affected by the bookings with Nagamura, Galindo, and Thomas being on the receiving ends but continued to hold their own until Maykel Galindo surprised the audience at Frisco, Texas with an equalizer at 84 minutes. It was within the last six minutes that Chivas USA was able to hold off FC Dallas in an attempt to maintain a draw.

While both teams are just starting the MLS Season, it is important that Chivas USA continue to practice and reinforce the discipline, tenacity, and fortitude that has helped it in the past. Chivas USA has the possibility of winning the MLS Cup but it cannot lose or draw any games. Maykel Galindo has helped Chivas USA but the team should not always depend on an immediate rescue from him. Chivas USA has to work as a team and that means other team players must play the role of protagonist in future games. The first game of the MLS between Chivas USA and FC Dallas should be a wake up call for Chivas USA.

Regardless, Maykel Galindo deserves to be named player of the game for his relentless and forceful plays that kept Chivas USA from being defeated. Again, this is not surprising since Maykel Galindo was once a star in the Cuban Football [Soccer] Team and has brought miraculous wonders to the game in the United States since his arrival in the United States of America and Chivas USA. My best wishes for Maykel Galindo and Chivas USA in their attempts to win the MLS Cup.

FC Dallas 1-1 Chivas USA

FC Dallas: 5/10

Chivas USA: 5/10