Sounders Advance to Western Conference Semifinals After Dramatic Shootout Win

Seattle Sounders defeat Houston Dynamo 7-6 in penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation, securing their place in the next round of the MLS playoffs.

The Seattle Sounders won a tense penalty shootout against the Houston Dynamo, following a 1-1 tie in regulation time.
Sounders' Cristian Roldan scored in the 87th minute but also inadvertently scored an own goal in stoppage time, leading to the shootout.
Houston Dynamo's Héctor Herrera was sent off with a red card for unsportsmanlike conduct, leaving his team a player down for the second consecutive match.
Stefan Frei was instrumental for Seattle, saving a crucial penalty in the seventh round of the shootout to secure the win.
Seattle's victory marks their advancement to the Western Conference semifinals, continuing their strong postseason record.