Dallas

Fredy Montero haunted his former club in MLS, but the day's highlight belonged to New York City star David Villa.

New York Red Bulls made it two wins from two games with a 1-0 victory at home to Colorado Rapids on Saturday.

The Seattle Sounders and LA Galaxy made losing starts to the MLS season on Saturday.

Franco Jara A stunning free-kick from Kellyn Acosta helped Dallas overcome Pachuca 2-1 in the CONCACAF Champions League.

Josef Martínez Josef Martinez was at the double as expansion franchise Atlanta United produced a ruthless display to make it back-to-back wins in MLS.

A 3-0 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps saw the New York Red Bulls clinch a spot in the MLS play-offs.

San Jose Earthquakes reached the MLS play-offs as Portland Timbers finished top of the west.

Timothy Howard Nigel de Jong was sent off as LA Galaxy snapped a seven-match winless streak in MLS, while Tim Howard made his Colorado Rapids bow.

Steven Gerrard There were eight goals scored in DC United's win at home to Chicago Fire, while Ignacio Piatti settled the '401 Derby'.

New York Red Bulls left it late to salvage a draw against Chicago Fire, while FC Dallas extended their lead in the MLS Western Conference.