The Chicago Fire won 3–1 over defending-champion Los Angeles Galaxy in the final at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, Illinois.
The early rounds were most notable for the surprising run of amateur side Dallas Roma F.C.
Roma's biggest upset came in the third round with another shootout win, this time over CD Chivas USA.
The latter rounds of the tournament were dominated by MLS teams and both semifinals were matchups between conference rivals.
In the championship game played at first-year Toyota Park, the host side scored two early goals en route to their 3–1 win.