Sporting Kansas City's 1-2 defeat to New York Red Bulls on 24 May saw the hosts dominate possession and shot creation but fall short in clinical finishing. Kansas City generated 15 shots and 2.17 expected goals, yet managed only eight efforts on target and a single goal through Calvin Harris. The Red Bulls, operating in a 4-3-3 formation, proved far more efficient despite registering just 10 shots and 1.1 xG, with Jorge Ruvalcaba scoring twice to secure the away victory. New York's goalkeeper struggled with a 50 per cent save percentage and -0.44 goals saved above expected goals, suggesting Kansas City's profligacy rather than Red Bulls' dominance defined the match. Referee Nabil Bensalah oversaw a contest where the hosts' 4-4-2 setup generated volume but lacked precision in the final third, whilst the visitors capitalised on limited opportunities. Kansas City's attacking output belied their inability to convert chances into results.