Sounders silence FC Dallas to advance to semifinals

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Albert Rusnak scored in the 36th minute and the Seattle Sounders made it stand up for a 1-0 victory over visiting FC Dallas on Friday night to earn a spot in the Western Conference semifinals.

Joao Paulo set up the goal with an interception and assist in Match 3 of the best-of-three series. Seattle protected the lead with a defensive masterpiece, with FC Dallas' lone shot com