Overview

• Alex Roldan scored the decisive penalty for the Sounders after a tense shootout against the Dynamo.
• Seattle's goalkeeper, Stefan Frei, maintained a clean sheet throughout regulation, marking his 14th career postseason shutout.
• Houston's Coco Carrasquilla received a red card, leaving the Dynamo short-handed after a VAR review for violent conduct.
• The match saw significant video reviews, including a reversed penalty decision initially awarded to Seattle.
• The series will continue with Game 2 in Houston, where the Dynamo will host the Sounders on Sunday.