Friday DFW Soccer Preview - 3/13
Photographed by: Ishan Patel
A massive Friday night slate hits the Dallas–Fort Worth metro with 60+ matches across North Texas, as district races tighten and several playoff-caliber teams collide. From undefeated squads defending perfect records to heavyweight matchups between contenders, tonight’s schedule features some of the most important games of the regular season.
Here are the top matchups to watch across DFW tonight.
Game of the Night
Marcus vs Coppell - 7:30 PM
Two of the most consistent programs in North Texas meet in a matchup that could easily feel like a playoff game. Marcus (15-3-2) hosts Coppell (14-3-4) in a clash between two teams with deep postseason expectations. Both sides have been strong defensively throughout the year, meaning this one could come down to a single moment in the final minutes.
Heavyweight Showdown
Emerson vs Liberty - 7:30 PM
Few games on the schedule feature records like this one. Emerson (18-4-1) takes on Liberty (17-2-4) in a matchup between two of the most successful programs in the area this season. With both teams fighting for district positioning, expect a high-intensity battle from the opening whistle.
Undefeated Watch
Walnut Grove vs Melissa - 7:30 PM
One of the most remarkable seasons in the metro continues tonight as Walnut Grove (24-0) looks to remain perfect against Melissa (5-13-2). Walnut Grove has dominated opponents throughout the year and will aim to keep its unbeaten run alive heading into the final stretch of the season.
Frisco District Clash
Memorial vs Frisco -7:00 PM
A key matchup in Frisco district play sees Memorial (11-7-4) face Frisco (8-8-7). Memorial enters with momentum while Frisco looks to grab an important win as the district race tightens late in the season.
Statement Opportunity
Plano East vs Allen - 7:30 PM
Two strong programs square off as Plano East (13-4-3) hosts Allen (18-4-1). Allen has been one of the more consistent teams in the area this season, but Plano East has the opportunity to pick up one of its biggest wins of the year.
Another Game to Watch
Prosper vs Plano West - 7:30 PM
Prosper (13-5-3) and Plano West (14-5-1) meet in one of the more evenly matched contests of the night. Both teams sit among the top programs in their district, making this a critical late-season matchup.
Other Notable Matches Tonight
Panther Creek (14-1-4) vs Celina (8-10-4)
Highland Park (14-5-1) vs Reedy (11-7-4)
Sachse (14-3-4) vs Rowlett (2-14-2)
Byron Nelson (14-4-3) vs Keller Central (11-7-3)
With the regular season nearing its end, every result matters, and Friday night’s packed slate could shift playoff races across multiple districts throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth metro.