FC Dallas is a Major League Soccer club based in Frisco, Texas, competing in the Western Conference. The team plays its home matches at the soccer-specific Toyota Stadium, a venue renowned for its excellent pitch and atmosphere. Founded in 1996 as one of the league's original teams, the club was initially known as the Dallas Burn before rebranding to FC Dallas in 2005. The team's history is highlighted by its strong commitment to youth development through its acclaimed academy, which has produced numerous U.S. national team players. The club's peak achievement came in 2016 when they won the U.S. Open Cup and the MLS Supporters' Shield in the same season, led by players like Mauro Díaz and Matt Hedges. In the modern era, FC Dallas continues to build around a core of homegrown talents, such as Jesús Ferreira, while integrating strategic Designated Player signings. The team's identity is built on a proactive, attacking style of soccer. Supported by the passionate fans of the Dallas Beer Guardians and other supporter groups, FC Dallas remains a consistent playoff contender with a deeply embedded philosophy of growing its own stars.