Houston Dynamo vs. Minnesota United: Kickoff, Team News and Venue

Updated October 24, 2026, after publication of the MLS Matchday 32 player status report. Houston Dynamo FC host Minnesota United FC in a 2026 MLS regular-season match at Shell Energy Stadium on Saturday, October 24. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in Houston, Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−05:00). That is 00:30 UTC on Sunday, October 25. The fixture is also Space City Night, presented by DUDE Wipes. The latest published MLS report lists three unavailable Houston players and three unavailable Minnesota players, including one suspension.

When and where is Houston Dynamo vs. Minnesota United?

Houston’s official match preview and Shell Energy Stadium event listing both confirm the Saturday fixture and 7:30 p.m. Central start. Houston is still observing daylight saving time on October 24. The National Institute of Standards and Technology’s 2026 schedule says daylight saving time ends on November 1, so Houston is on CDT (UTC−05:00), not Central Standard Time. Adding five hours to 7:30 p.m. produces 00:30 UTC and moves the calendar date to Sunday, October 25. Fans using Houston time should plan for Saturday evening; viewers following UTC should use Sunday at 00:30.

What team news is confirmed?

The MLS Player Status Report for Matchday 32, the latest report published for Saturday’s games, lists the following players as out:

• Houston Dynamo FC: Felipe Andrade (lower body), goalkeeper Jimmy Maurer (back), and defender Agustin Resch (suspended).
• Minnesota United FC: Alec Smir (lower extremity), Peter Stroud (lower extremity), and Wil Trapp (concussion protocol).

The league’s Matchday 32 status report supplies the reported availability labels. The MLS disciplinary summary identifies Resch’s suspension as yellow-card accumulation, matching Houston’s preview. These entries confirm who is unavailable according to the published league report; they do not show either team’s full starting lineup or predict how coaches will replace the missing players. Check the clubs’ official channels and the MLS match page for the released lineups closer to kickoff. The league notes that its status reports can be updated during the matchweek.

What is at stake in the rematch?

Houston’s October 23 preview said the Dynamo had secured a place in the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs and were trying to improve their Western Conference position before the postseason. The club listed Houston fifth at that point in the week. Minnesota’s official preview frames the trip as a chance to build on its recent results and take another opportunity against Houston.

The teams last met in Minnesota on October 10, when Houston earned a 2-2 draw after coming from behind. In their next league matches, Houston drew 2-2 with FC Dallas on October 17, while Minnesota beat St. Louis CITY SC 3-2 at home. Those results provide recent context, not a guarantee of what will happen in the rematch. For current standings and any changes after other Matchday 32 games, consult the official MLS schedule and match center.

What is planned for Space City Night?

Houston has designated the fixture as Space City Night, presented by DUDE Wipes. The club’s match preview lists supporter tailgating, interactive concourse activities from Space Center Houston, space facts on the stadium video board, and photo opportunities with Deuce, the DUDE Wipes mascot, on the North Plaza. A halftime “Race to Space” relay with Diesel the Fox is also on the published schedule. These are match-night activities around the game; the club’s event page is the place to check for any last-minute changes. The team lists single-match tickets through its official ticket page.

What should fans know about Shell Energy Stadium?

The stadium is at 2200 Texas Ave. in Houston’s EaDo district. The venue’s A-to-Z guide says gates for Dynamo matches open 90 minutes before kickoff, which puts the scheduled opening time at 6:00 p.m. CDT for this match. It also says Shell Energy Stadium is cashless and accepts credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, and mobile payments. The current bag policy allows clear bags no larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches after inspection; small clutches have separate size limits, so review the full policy before leaving home.

For public transit, the EaDo Stadium station on METRORail’s Green and Purple lines is directly in front of the venue. Drivers should check Houston’s directions and parking page before traveling. It currently warns of ongoing construction, says parking availability and pricing vary, and directs guests to reach Lots B and C from Preston Street because they are not accessible from Texas Avenue. Allow time for detours and follow the latest venue instructions.

Where can you watch the match?

The match is listed for Apple TV. For the 2026 season, MLS says every regular-season game is included with an Apple TV subscription at no additional MLS charge; the separate MLS Season Pass ended after 2025. The official MLS How to Watch page has current access details. Check the Houston–Minnesota listing and your Apple TV access before kickoff. The local event date remains Saturday, October 24, even though the UTC date is Sunday, October 25.