Daniel
DAL
Goalkeeper
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May 6, 1994 (32)
Right
6'2"
205 lb
Keeps a clean sheet
Daniel registered one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win versus San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Daniel didn't make too many saves, which was rare as San Jose's normally electric offense was largely bottled up. The goalkeeper will have plenty of confidence going into a matchup against Columbus Crew, a side that has been able to score 50 goals through 31 MLS matches this season.
One save, two goals conceded
Daniel made one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Houston Dynamo.
Analysis: Post-World Cup, one marks Daniel's lowest save tally, and he saved the shot from Artur. Unfortunately for Daniel, Mateusz Bogusz and Hector Herrera scored past the goalkeeper, who has conceded multiple goals twice in his last three appearances.
Registers clean sheet
Daniel made seven saves and allowed zero goals in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 98th minute.
Analysis: Daniel recorded seven saves and incredibly prevented 1.88 goals and secured his seventh clean sheet of the campaign. He has now recorded 16 saves and five clearances in the last four games. Next, he takes on Houston Dynamo.
Concedes three goals
Daniel had three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Charlotte FC.
Analysis: Daniel gave up three goals, including a late winner in stoppage time in Dallas' loss to Charlotte. He will face similar pressure next against Seattle Sounders, a team that has scored 38 goals in 28 MLS matches.
Cleared for Charlotte clash
Daniel (upper leg) is available for Saturday's MLS matchup after being omitted from the league's latest injury report.
Analysis: Daniel had been dealing with an upper leg issue after recently returning from a hamstring injury, but his absence from the latest injury report indicates he is cleared to return to action. The Brazilian goalkeeper had made two starts following his initial recovery before picking up the latest concern. Jonathan Sirois provided cover during his absence, but Daniel could reclaim the starting role now that he is available again.
Picks up upper leg issue
Daniel is considered a doubt for the time being as he deals with an upper leg injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Daniel has made two starts since returning from a hamstring injury, so an upper leg concern this quickly into his comeback raises understandable caution about whether the problem has fully resolved. Jonathan Sirois was the starter in his absence and would step back into the main role if Daniel is ruled out. The Brazilian still faces a late decision to determine his availability.
Three save in 0-0 draw
Daniel registered three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC.
Analysis: Daniel picked up his first clean sheet in four games since joining Dallas, having kept five clean sheets for the San Jose Earthquakes before this. He made three seaves for the secoind game in a row since making his retun from injury.
Signs new deal with Dallas
Daniel has signed a contract extension with FC Dallas through the 2027-28 season, with club options for 2028-29 and 2029-30, the club announced.
Analysis: Daniel's Dallas tenure got off to a rocky start, as a hamstring injury suffered in just his second appearance sidelined him for seven games before he finally returned against Portland. The extension shows Dallas is still fully committed to him as their long-term option despite the early setback. He arrived this summer from the San Jose Earthquakes, where he made 77 regular-season appearances and tied a career high with five shutouts in 2026.
Three saves in return
Daniel had three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Daniel returned to the starting eleven at the first opportunity after sitting out seven league games and put in a solid shift against Portland. He made three saves on the night, two of which came from inside the box, and he looked set to mark the occasion with a shutout before a stoppage time goal denied him. It was his second full game for Dallas, a spell in which he has made nine saves and let in two. Daniel's next outing will be against Austin on Saturday.
In starting XI Saturday
Daniel (hamstring) has made the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Daniel is back in contention and immediately getting the nod over Jonathan Sirois despite having just returned from a seven-game absence in league play. This marks the Brazilian's 17th appearance in the 2026 MLS season. He was in excellent shot-stopping form before getting hurt, totaling 25 saves over his last five matches played. However, he failed to keep a clean sheet in his most recent 10 league games.
Out approximately two months
Daniel is expected to miss approximately two months due to a hamstring injury, according to 3rd degree.
Analysis: Daniel suffered a hamstring injury while making a save during his second appearance for FC Dallas, forcing him off in just the 19th minute of the club's loss to San Diego FC. The injury has since been confirmed as a hamstring strain with an expected recovery window of around two months, a tough blow for a goalkeeper who had only just joined the club. In his absence, Jonathan Sirois, the former Montreal number one, has stepped in and delivered an outstanding performance against LA Galaxy, giving Dallas a credible fallback option, with Michael Collodi also available as depth behind him.
Leaves with injury in loss
Daniel subbed off due to a thigh problem in the first half of Saturday's 1-0 loss to San Diego.
Analysis: Daniel's appearance ended early in this game, even though he had already made three saves. He's now at risk of missing upcoming contests, as a muscle issue could require multiple weeks for him to achieve a complete recovery. Meanwhile, Jonathan Sirois has acted as his replacement and will be in line for to start if Daniel is ruled out of the next games.
Concedes two in draw
Daniel had two saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Daniel made a couple of saves but faced a busy match in his first appearance back since the World Cup break. He has now conceded 17 goals in 16 matches after facing 65 shots, though his 73.4 save percentage leaves room for optimism despite the defensive issues in front of him. His next fixture comes against San Diego FC, who sit 14th in the Western Conference standings, presenting a favorable opportunity for a clean sheet.
Heading to Dallas
FC Dallas have acquired Daniel from the Earthquakes in exchange for up to $1 million in GAM, his new club announced Thursday.
Analysis: Daniel started in all but one of his 15 appearances for the Earthquakes before the 2026 FIFA World Cup break, and he's expected to maintain the No. 1 role in Dallas. The Brazilian goalkeeper has allowed 15 goals while making 45 saves and keeping five clean sheets before the trade.
Six saves, one goal conceded
Daniel recorded six saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 win over Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.
Analysis: In each of the Earthquakes' last three games, Daniel logged six saves. But unlike the first two matchups, he did not concede multiple goals. Going into the World Cup break, Daniel has logged five clean sheets, 45 saves and 15 goals conceded in as many appearances across 2026.
Concedes three goals versus Dallas
Daniel recorded six saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 93rd minute.
Analysis: Daniel faced an intense challenge as his team allowed plenty of shots during the week 14 loss. Despite the three goals conceded, the keeper stood out by denying five attempts from inside the box. Additionally, he made six total saves for the second straight game. Up next is a cup clash with Colorado followed by a trip to Portland, who have scored 13 goals over five home matches this campaign.
Six saves in defeat
Daniel made six saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat versus Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Daniel delivered a strong individual performance in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat at Lumen Field, making six saves across 90 minutes in what was his side's first loss in nine games and only their second defeat of the 2026 MLS season, as the Sounders became the first team to score more than two goals against San Jose this campaign. Daniel has made 12 saves and conceded eight goals across his last five MLS appearances this season and will look to bounce back in the next match against Dallas.
Four saves in draw
Daniel recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 36th minute.
Analysis: Daniel turned aside four of five Vancouver shots on goal Saturday as San Jose earned one point from the 1-1 home draw. Over his last five starting appearances, the experienced keeper has made nine saves and five clearances while conceding six goals. Daniel will look for a return to the clean sheet column Wednesday when San Jose travel for a midweek tussle versus Seattle.
Zero saves in 0-0 stalemate
Daniel registered no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC.
Analysis: Daniel made no saves but conceded a goal. It was the fifth consecutive league fixture where the 31-year-old failed to keep a clean sheet. Daniel's next assignment will be against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
One save in powerful win
Daniel recorded one save and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 5-1 win against Austin FC.
Analysis: Daniel made one save as San Jose won 5-1 against Austin. The keeper has kept five clean sheets in nine games. Of his five home games, this is one of only two that he hasn't kept a clean sheet. He has also only needed to make one save in his last two home games.
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