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Sounders win MLS Cup without recording shot on target

Geoff Burke / USA TODAY Sports

The Seattle Sounders made history Saturday night, on multiple fronts.

Not only did the club claim its first-ever MLS Cup title by outlasting Toronto FC, 5-4 on penalties, but after an invisible attacking display, the Sounders also became the first team in league history to capture the hardware despite going the entire match without recording a single shot on target.

Related: Seattle captures 1st MLS Cup by defeating Toronto FC on penalties

Not one, in over 120 minutes of frigid, chippy action.

Look away, Toronto FC fans. The stats make for some grim viewing, considering the result:

(Courtesy: KICK)

At the end of the day, it doesn't matter how you win.

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