DC United claimed a 2-1 victory at Chicago Fire on 15 March, exploiting the hosts' profligacy despite being outshot 15-13. Chicago dominated territorially with an expected goals tally of 1.93, yet their goalkeeper proved a liability rather than a shield, posting a 50 per cent save percentage and conceding 0.24 goals above expected after facing just two shots on target. DC United's 4-4-2 formation proved tactically sound, generating four shots on target from 1.61 xG to secure the win through Matti Peltola and Tai Baribo's goals, while Hugo Cuypers' effort proved merely consolation for Chicago's 4-2-3-1 setup. Sergii Demianchuk refereed the contest without incident. The result underscores Chicago's conversion problems despite creating chances.