Our Alex Parra had the opportunity to catch up with Houston Dynamo FC President of Soccer Pat Onstad to discuss the 2025 season, and the plans for the upcoming 2026 campaign.

Also in this interview, Onstad comments on the upcoming 2025 MLS Cup Final, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the importance of players getting out in the community, an update regarding the approach to youth soccer in the city, and much more.

The Soccer Tejas Podcast discussed the upcoming 2026 World Cup, noting 28 of 48 teams have qualified, including newcomers like Cape Verde and Jordan. The hosts debated the pros and cons of expanding the tournament to 48 teams, emphasizing the potential for new stories but also the risk of lopsided matches.

The panel also addressed the use of AI in MLS match recaps, highlighting concerns about accuracy and job displacement. The Houston Dynamo's season was reviewed, with calls for a major shakeup and the potential impact of the World Cup. The Houston Dash's playoff hopes were discussed, along with the team's need for a consistent goal scorer.

The podcast concluded with excitement for the upcoming Dallas Trinity FC vs. Club America match at the Cotton Bowl. Alex Parra, Laura Gomez, and Victor Araiza conclude with what's on their soccer mind.

The Soccer Tejas Podcast discussed the high costs and challenges of obtaining World Cup tickets, with tickets on the resale market priced as high as $60,000.

Alex Parra, Laura Gomez, and Victor Araiza also discussed the future of the Houston Dynamo and Dash, with the Dynamo missing the playoffs for the first time under Ben Olsen and the Dash struggling to secure a playoff spot.

• 2:58 Excitement and frustration around World Cup 2026
• 28:28 Dynamo out of playoff contention
• 47:58 Shell Energy Stadium gets a new tenant
• 52:15 Dash push for playoffs hits another speed bump
• 01:02:38 What's on our Soccer minds?