Vancouver Whitecaps secured a 3-2 away victory over FC Dallas in an MLS encounter that exposed the hosts' defensive vulnerabilities despite their higher expected goals. Dallas dominated shot creation with 8 attempts, including 3 on target, and generated 1.35 xG, yet their 4-4-2 setup proved porous against Vancouver's more efficient 4-2-3-1 formation. The visitors made their limited opportunities count, firing 16 shots with 6 reaching the goalkeeper, though their 0.67 xG suggested clinical finishing rather than sustained pressure. Sebastian Berhalter's two goals proved decisive, while Dallas drew level responses from Logan Farrington, Petar Musa and Osaze Urhoghide. Vancouver's goalkeeper was culpable for the scoreline, posting a 50 per cent save percentage and conceding 2.5 goals above expected performance, yet the Whitecaps' aggressive pressing and transition play ultimately overwhelmed Dallas's build-up play. The result underscores Vancouver's growing threat in the western conference standings.