First goal of the season in honor of Jayden Daniels. https://t.co/akmJKxXjNy Via @FCDallas on X

What happened: FC Dallas tied its first goal of the season to Jayden Daniels, joining a run of pro clubs riffing on the same Jayden Daniels No. 5 jersey dispute that the Blue Jays, Angels, Orioles and Cardinals played off this weekend. The gag has now crossed from baseball into MLS.

Why it matters: The bit has no bearing on the standings or Daniels' actual situation in Washington, but its 5 storyline has traveled beyond football. It's a marketing moment for the clubs involved rather than a competitive one.

What to watch: Watch whether more clubs across other leagues pick up the same Jayden Daniels No. 5 bit in the coming days.

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