However, the Sounders were missing key players Josh Atencio and Cody Baker due to concussion protocol, while the Timbers were without Zac McGraw for non-injury reasons and Kamal Miller due to yellow card accumulation.

The Sounders entered the match with the goal of securing the No. 3 spot in the Western Conference and clinching the Cascadia Cup.

Albert Rusnák provided the assist on Andrade's goal, achieving his 16th assist of the season, which ties him with Nicolás Lodeiro for the most assists in club history.

On October 20, 2024, the Seattle Sounders faced off against the Portland Timbers at Lumen Field in Seattle.

Yeimar Gomez Andrade scored the only goal of the match, marking his first goal of the MLS season.

Since June 15, 2024, the Sounders have posted an impressive record of 12 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws, and a victory in this match would elevate them to over 40 points in a single half of the season.

The match was officiated by referee Ismir Pekmic, with kickoff occurring at 6:15 PM PT.

In addition, Jordan Morris is now just two goals shy of tying the club record for most goals in a season, currently held by Obafemi Martins.

Despite the loss, the Portland Timbers had lower stakes in this game, as they were already set to host a play-in match regardless of their standings.