Fox in the Box - Dynamo season ends late despite all the odds
Houston Dynamo lose in the Western Conference Final at LAFC, ending an inspiring playoff run that caps a turnaround season for Ben Olsen and the men in orange
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Dynamo- The unbelievable season comes to an end
The Western Conference Final that we were not even considered for is here. Ben went with his favorite lineup for the 7th straight game. The Dynamo naturally were underdogs and we knew this would be a dog fight. LAFC came out the gate attacking and forcing turnovers. Vela had two great opportunities in the first three minutes, chipping Clark but hitting the crossbar and scoring the other that was called back for offsides. The Dynamo would answer right back with a left footed cross set up for Baird but the keeper was able to block the shot. A few minutes later, Vela again with a hard shot forcing a Clark save out for a corner. After this, the game came under control with Houston securing possession and LAFC countering but nothing dangerous coming until right before halftime on a LA corner that Steve couldn't handle, which LA popped it in. The second half would be quiet, back and forth until the 80th minute that found Escobar defending a cross but not under control, giving up an own goal. That would be the dagger to win the game for LAFC and the season for the Dynamo would come to an end. The fans have to be very proud of the season the team had as we weren't expected to be anywhere near this spot at the beginning of the year.
The big offseason is now here and the staff has work to do:
Options- Vera, Clark, Hadebe, Caicedo, Schmidt, Achara.
Out of contract- Baird, Franco, Dorsey, Raines, Murana, Nelson, Rios, Avila.
Listen to Episode 73 of Noodle Time to hear our opinions on what we should do.
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Dynamo have contracts to deal with, a returning Sebas and player additions to the roster.
Dash are expected to announce a new head coach very soon.
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Ep. 73 Noodle Time - English speaking covering Dynamo, Dash & Dynados
The great season comes to an end and an important offseason begins.
Ep. 18 Dinámico - Spanish speaking covering Dynamo & DynaDos
Se acabo el sueño. El Dynamo cae ante LAFC 2 a 0.
Dynamo Rewind
"Houston Fall to LAFC, Ending Their Impressive Campaign"
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