Ezequiel Ponce was the hero for Houston, scoring two late goals, including the game-winner in the 10th minute of stoppage time.

The pivotal moment came in the 87th minute when Ponce converted a penalty after being fouled by San Diego's goalkeeper, CJ dos Santos.

San Diego FC initially took the lead with a penalty from Anders Dreyer in the 26th minute, following a foul by Patrickson Delgado.

Milan Iloski opened the scoring for San Diego in the 25th minute, marking his 10th goal of the season, while Luca Bombino and Onni Valakari also contributed goals.

San Diego regained the lead in the 67th minute with a goal from Anders Dreyer, which deflected off teammate Onni Valakari.

Despite the loss, San Diego FC remains in first place in the Western Conference, holding a slim one-point lead over the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Houston's victory lifted them above the playoff line, moving them to eighth place in the Western Conference standings with a record of 7 wins, 9 losses, and 5 draws.

Houston head coach Ben Olsen praised his team's intensity and resilience, highlighting their ability to perform under pressure.

Looking ahead, San Diego FC plans to regroup and focus on improving their defense as they prepare for their upcoming match against the Chicago Fire.

FC Dallas head coach Eric Quill acknowledged the narrow margins that determined the game, emphasizing the need for consistency moving forward.

Houston goalkeeper Jonathan Bond made four crucial saves during the match, contributing significantly to the Dynamo's success.

In a thrilling match on July 5, 2025, the Houston Dynamo staged a remarkable comeback to defeat San Diego FC 4-3, ending San Diego's five-game winning streak.