FC Dallas have qualified for the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs, clinching their spot via a 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders FC on Wednesday night. 

With five regular-season matches left, Dallas are third in the Western Conference (50 points; 14W-7L-8D).

Dallas have made the playoffs in back-to-back years under head coach Eric Quill. They've reached MLS Cup presented by Audi once, falling to the Colorado Rapids in 2010.

Star players

Croatian international striker Petar Musa remains an elite player, tallying 19 goals in 25 MLS games this season. He is second in the Golden Boot presented by Audi race and scored against England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Musa has formed a potent partnership with Logan Farrington (10g/5a), while winter signing Joaquín Valiente has a team-best 13 assists. 

Osaze Urhoghide leads the defense alongside MLS veteran Lalas Abubakar, and Kaick Ferreira expertly patrols the midfield.

Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs

MLS Cup presented by Audi will be played Dec. 18, while the playoffs begin Nov. 18 with Wild Card matches.

• Seeds 1-7 in each conference qualify for the Round One Best-of-3 Series.
• Seeds 8-9 in each conference qualify for the Wild Card matches.
• Seeds 10-15 in each conference do not qualify for the postseason.

All games can be viewed on Apple TV.