FC Dallas extended their unbeaten streak to four Friday with a 1-0 win against Toronto FC. The victory was due in large part to the standup goalkeeping from homegrown Jesse Gonzalez, who celebrated his 23rd birthday and first start of the season. 

Dallas coach Oscar Pareja shook up his lineup benching starter Jimmy Maurer, who has been inconsistent in the last few matches, for the young Gonzalez.

The decision quickly paid off in the fifth minute when Gonzalez denied Toronto FC star Sebatian Giovinco. The Dallas shot-stopper quickly became a showstopper shutting down Giovinco again in the 16th minute on a penalty kick. 

Dallas came out flying early, scoring less than 15 minutes into the match. Building off of a throw-in, FC Dallas quickly moved the ball into the attacking third. Santiago Mosquera dished a ball back to Kellyn Acosta who took a shot, which was deflected in by Maxi Urutti for the lone goal of the game.

Toronto made a last-minute push in the seven minutes of stoppage time, but the effort was not enough for a late equalizer to spoil the otherwise happy birthday party.