2011 FC Dallas Home – Medium

The 2011 MLS season was a solid and competitive campaign for FC Dallas, as the club continued to establish itself as one of Major League Soccer’s most consistent Western Conference sides. Managed by Steve Nicol, Dallas built on the momentum of their 2010 MLS Cup Final appearance, leaning on tactical organization, athleticism, and one of the league’s most balanced squads.

In the regular season, FC Dallas finished 6th in the Western Conference, securing a place in the MLS Cup Playoffs. The team was difficult to break down, particularly at Pizza Hut Park (now Toyota Stadium), and relied on structured defending combined with quick transitions. While not among the league’s highest-scoring teams, Dallas were respected for their discipline and physical presence.

In the playoffs, FC Dallas advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals, where they faced the LA Galaxy. Despite a spirited performance, they were eliminated over two legs, with the Galaxy — led by David Beckham and Landon Donovan — eventually going on to win MLS Cup. The defeat underscored the fine margins separating Dallas from the league’s elite but also reinforced their reputation as a tough postseason opponent.

The 2011 FC Dallas home kit, manufactured by adidas, reflected the club’s modern identity. The shirt featured a solid red base, clean white trim, and subtle navy detailing — a minimalist, no-nonsense design that emphasized professionalism and strength. The Pizza Hut sponsor remained front and center, tying the kit to one of the most recognizable eras in the club’s branding. Simple and bold, the kit embodied FC Dallas’s hard-working, team-first ethos during this period.

2. Full Squad List (FC Dallas – 2011 Season)

Manager: Steve Nicol

Goalkeepers:
Kevin Hartman, Chris Seitz, Ray Burse

Defenders:
George John, Jair Benítez, Jeremy Hall, Ugo Ihemelu, Zach Loyd, Bobby Warshaw, Andrew Jacobson (also midfield), Walker Zimmerman (emerging)

Midfielders:
David Ferreira, Brek Shea, Daniel Hernandez (captain), Andrew Jacobson, Marvin Chávez, Eric Alexander, Bryan Leyva, Jackson Gonçalves

Forwards:
Blas Pérez, Fabian Castillo, Eric Hassli, Ruben Luna, Maicon Santos