United finished fourth in the tournament, at first beating Central American runners-up Alajuelense 2–1 in the quarterfinals.

In the semis, the Los Angeles Galaxy got revenge on United in a penalty kick shootout following a 1–1 regulation time draw.

[1] Returning to USOC play in the third round proper, United shut out the Rochester Raging Rhinos, 3–0.

[2] Entering the USOC semis, the Black and Red played their first MLS opponent in the tournament, the Miami Fusion.

(SS) = MLS Supporters' Shield; (E1) = Eastern Division champion Only applicable when the season is not finished: (Q) = Qualified for the MLS Cup Playoffs, but not yet to the particular round indicated; (E) = Eliminated from playoff-contention.