Watch: Timbers' Valeri outmuscles defender, finishes neatly for brace
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Diego Valeri's second goal on Sunday certainly had more artistry than his simple opener, as he excellently lofted over Seattle Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei to hand the Portland Timbers a 2-0 lead.
Diego Valeri wants that league MVP to go along with his MLS Cup MVP, doesn't he? #PORvSEA
— Thomas Floyd (@thomasfloyd10) July 17, 2016
Before completing his brace, Valeri showed excellent strength in shrugging off the close attentions of Joevin Jones.