What happened: LAFC went scoreless through the opening half in Seattle. The host Sounders established a two-goal cushion prior to the intermission.

Why it matters: The postseason matchup puts early pressure on the visiting side to adjust their offensive approach in the second half. Overcoming a two-goal gap on the road remains critical to staying competitive in the fixture.

What to watch: Both clubs return to the pitch for the second half as LAFC looks to erase the deficit.