Watch: Timbers' Valeri outmuscles defender, finishes neatly for brace
Troy Wayrynen / USA TODAY Sports
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.
Before completing his brace, Valeri showed excellent strength in shrugging off the close attentions of Joevin Jones.
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