FC Dallas’s secret weapon came out of the shadows of his more recognized teammates this weekend and the rest of MLS should be worried. Michael Barrios’s performance against DC United earned him a very deserved MLS Player of the Week honor, and with his abilities he should find himself in contention for the honor again in the future.
When discussion regarding FC Dallas takes place, it typically begins with the dynamic duo of Mauro Diaz and Fabian Castillo. The skill level and performance of both players rightfully commands a great deal of attention. When talk of the talented attackers winds down, the next topic is typically the growth and talents of academy graduates like Kellyn Acosta and Jesse Gonzalez.