Joaquin Valiente scores late to help FC Dallas defeat the Portland Timbers 2-1.

FC Dallas defeated the Portland Timbers 2-1 in Frisco, Texas, extending their winning streak to three straight games News Observer. Joaquin Valiente scored twice—once in the first half and again late in the second half—while Logan Farrington added a first-half goal. Dallas goalkeeper Daniel Daniel made four saves to secure the victory.
Joaquin Valiente proved to be the difference maker, scoring twice for FC Dallas. He netted his first goal in the opening half, then added the game-winner late in the second half Yahoo Sports. The late goal came with help from Petar Musa, the Dallas star who recently returned from a shoulder injury.
Logan Farrington got FC Dallas on the board early with a first-half goal News Observer. His strike set the tone for a dominant performance by the home team. Farrington's goal, combined with Valiente's opening tally, gave Dallas a 2-0 lead heading into the break.
FC Dallas has now won three straight matches and remains unbeaten in their last four games with a 3-0-1 record Yahoo Sports. The victory demonstrates Dallas's growing confidence and tactical discipline. Goalkeeper Daniel Daniel's four saves were crucial in keeping Portland at bay throughout the match.
Portland pulled one back when Ariel Lassiter scored for the Timbers News Observer. However, it proved too little, too late. Portland has now gone 2-2-2 over their last six games, showing inconsistency as they search for more wins.
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