Minnesota United claimed a deserved 1–0 victory at FC Dallas on 23 April, exploiting clinical finishing against a frustrated home side. Despite dominating possession and territory, Dallas created little of substance, managing 15 shots but only two on target whilst generating just 0.72 expected goals. Minnesota's efficiency proved decisive; Anthony Markanich's single goal came from a team that registered four shots on target from merely five attempts, accumulating 1.03 xG. Dallas's goalkeeper made a crucial save 0.34 goals above expected, maintaining a perfect 100% save percentage, yet the underlying metrics revealed Minnesota's superior shot quality and decision-making in the final third. The visitors' 3–4–2–1 formation effectively neutralised Dallas's 3–4–3 setup, restricting clear-cut opportunities despite the hosts' numerical advantage in total shots. This result extends Minnesota's unbeaten run and highlights Dallas's continued struggle in converting chances into goals.