FC Dallas dismantled DC United 4-0 in an MLS encounter that exposed the hosts' defensive fragility and attacking impotence. Dallas's three-at-the-back formation proved devastatingly effective, generating 2.07 expected goals from 15 shots, with eight finding the target, while United managed only 0.61 xG despite 11 attempts. The visitors' clinical finishing was distributed across four different scorers—Patrickson Delgado, Logan Farrington, Petar Musa, and Osaze Urhoghide each netted once—showcasing Dallas's attacking depth. United's 4-4-2 setup offered little resistance, and though they registered four shots on target, the gulf in quality was evident. Dallas's goalkeeper made eight saves at a 50 per cent save percentage, though he was fortunate that United's limited xG total reflected their poor conversion. Referee Rubiel Vazquez oversaw a largely one-sided affair. This result underscores Dallas's early-season form while raising serious questions about United's defensive structure.