In the Stadium

FC Dallas took the PHP stadium field this morning for its final practice before Saturday's home match-up against reigning MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew (live 7:30 p.m. CT on Fox Soccer Channel). After warming up, the team went through a 30 minute 11 v 11 walkthrough, and ended with a crossing and finishing exercise. Rookie defender George John was a notable participant in today's session. It was the first time we've seen him in full training in several weeks. Dario Sala also stepped in goal for that final finishing drill, and many of his teammates welcomed him back by all firing shots at the same time, making Dario take cover.