HOUSTON – The Houston Dynamo FC and Major League Soccer have announced the full 34-game regular season schedule for the season. The Dynamo will begin their campaign with three consecutive home matches at Shell Energy Stadium, starting with a Saturday, contest against Sporting Kansas City at .
The announcement, made on , signals the start of preparations for a season where the team will aim to build on their Western Conference Semifinals appearance. That semifinal saw Houston defeat Sporting Kansas City with a victory at Shell Energy Stadium.
Following the opening match against Sporting Kansas City, Houston will host the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, and the Portland Timbers on Saturday, . The home opener against Sporting Kansas City will also be the first opportunity for fans to experience recent stadium updates, including an enhanced pitch-side seating experience.
The Dynamo are encouraging fans to secure their spots for all home games by becoming Season Members. Membership benefits include concessions and merchandise discounts, behind-the-scenes access, and year-round experiences. Annual memberships start at $360, while Premium Season Memberships offer all-inclusive food and beverage, premium stadium entrance, and climate-controlled access.
Individual-match tickets are available through SeatGeek, the club’s official ticket provider, with prices starting as low as $17, subject to availability. This pricing structure aims to position Dynamo FC games as a value-driven entertainment option within the Houston sports market.
The announcement of the schedule comes as Major League Soccer continues to grow in popularity across North America. The league is increasingly attracting international talent and investment, and is positioning itself as a major player in the global soccer landscape. The Houston Dynamo’s schedule reflects this broader trend, with matches against a diverse range of opponents from across the league.
Elsewhere in the league, the Chicago Fire FC also announced their schedule on . The Fire will open their season on the road against the Philadelphia Union on Saturday, . Their home opener will be against FC Cincinnati on Saturday, , marking the earliest home opener in the club’s history. The Fire are offering a “Hat Trick Pack” for three key matches – against Cincinnati, the LA Galaxy on Saturday, , and Inter Miami on Saturday, .
The Chicago Fire are also promoting Season Ticket Memberships, starting at approximately $25 per match, which include benefits such as complimentary parking for fans purchasing a minimum of two tickets for the full season. The club is hoping to capitalize on growing interest in MLS, particularly following the arrival of Lionel Messi in the league and the increased media attention it has generated.
The release of these schedules marks a significant step towards the start of the MLS season. Both the Houston Dynamo and the Chicago Fire will be looking to make a strong start to the campaign and compete for a playoff spot. The early-season home games are seen as crucial opportunities to build momentum and engage with their respective fan bases.
The Houston Dynamo’s home record against Sporting Kansas City stands at 8 wins, 5 losses, and 5 draws. The club hopes to leverage its home advantage in the opening match of the season to set a positive tone for the remainder of the campaign. The team’s management is emphasizing the importance of fan support in creating a strong home atmosphere at Shell Energy Stadium.
