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The 0-0 scoreline slightly flattered Los Angeles FC, whose 1.25 xG narrowly edged DC United's 1.13, but the home side created clearer chances - landing 4 shots on target to LAFC's solitary effort. Despite LAFC's 61% possession and 8 corners, their 9 blocked shots (60% of total attempts) highlighted DC United's disciplined defensive shape, while the hosts' 80% pass accuracy in a low-block (39% possession) proved effective in transition.

DC United's higher shot conversion (29% on-target rate vs LAFC's 7%) was offset by Hugo Lloris' 4 saves, particularly in denying their 8 shots inside the box. LAFC's attacking trio of Bouanga, Ebobisse and Son Heung-min were restricted to just 1 combined shot on target, with DC's centre-back pairing Bartlett-Dozzell making 9 clearances. The decisive stat was shot blocking - DC United's 3 blocks to LAFC's 9 - showing how effectively both sides nullified high-xG zones.