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Petar Musa, Ran Binyamin propel FC Dallas to victory over Real Salt Lake
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by The Associated Press , NBC5 DFW
· August 20, 2026
· 2 min read
Petar Musa scored two goals to increase his league-leading total to 16, and rookie Ran Binyamin scored the winner in second-half stoppage time with his first goal to propel FC Dallas to a 4-3 victory over Real Salt Lake on Wednesday night. Dallas (9-5-6) posted its 11th win in Utah, the most by a...
Key takeaway Real Salt Lake (8-7-4), which is on a five-match winless skid in the series, has just one win in the last 11 matchups.
Why this matters in The Dallas
FC Dallas's thrilling 4-3 victory over Real Salt Lake is a significant win for the team, and its implications extend beyond the soccer field. As the city of Dallas continues to grow and develop, its sports teams play a crucial role in fostering community spirit and pride. With this win, FC Dallas has not only demonstrated its skills on the field but also brought excitement and joy to its local fans. The team's success can also have a positive impact on the local economy, as fans flock to stadiums, restaurants, and bars to cheer on their team. As FC Dallas heads to Vancouver to face the Whitecaps on Saturday, local supporters will be eagerly watching to see if the team can maintain its momentum and continue to make the city proud. With a strong record on the road, FC Dallas has a good chance of bringing home another win, which would further solidify its position in the league and bring even more pride to the city of Dallas.
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Category: Local ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: NBC5 DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Petar Musa scored two goals to increase his league-leading total to 16, and rookie Ran Binyamin scored the winner in second-half stoppage time with his first goal to propel FC Dallas to a 4-3 victory over Real Salt Lake on Wednesday night. Dallas (9-5-6) posted its 11th win in Utah, the most by a...
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