Detroit City FC fell to Chicago Fire 2–1 in the US Open Cup on 15 April, despite dominating possession and creating more chances. The hosts pressed aggressively in a 4-2-3-1 formation, registering 15 shots with 2 on target, but their goalkeeper's 50 per cent save rate highlighted the clinical nature of the visitors' finishing. Chicago's 4-3-3 setup proved devastatingly efficient in transition, converting 3 of just 6 shots into two goals. Detroit's goalkeeper conceded 1.0 post-shot expected goals and made no saves above expectation, indicating the Fire's shots were well-placed and difficult to stop. The disparity between shot volume and conversion rate proved decisive; Detroit's inability to capitalise on their territorial advantage cost them progression in the competition.