Houston Dynamo and DC United played out a 1–1 draw in MLS on 23 July, a result that reflected the hosts' dominance without decisive finishing. The Dynamo controlled proceedings with 64% possession and 20 shots, though only five found the target, generating 1.04 xG; Hector Herrera's goal proved insufficient. DC United, deployed in a 4–4–2 shape, offered little going forward with just seven shots and one on target (0.85 xG), yet Tai Baribo's strike ensured parity. Houston's goalkeeper faced minimal threat, conceding 0.99 xG, while DC United's shot-stopper made 80% of saves from five efforts on target. Victor Rivas oversaw a match where the Dynamo's 4–1–4–1 setup created clear territorial advantage but lacked the clinical edge to convert superiority into victory. The draw leaves Houston's title push in the balance.