Side X Side is back with host Brad Evans after a big three game week. Brad dives into the Portland game and discusses what the rest of the season holds. With six matches left (two home and four away) and a seven point range between second and ninth place, what will the Sounders do to finish the season strong? Tune in to hear what we think! Make sure to like, subscribe, and listen wherever you get you podcasts. Brad unpacks the Rave Green's five point week (00:32) Walking through the goals a...
Sep 07, 2023•22 min•Season 6Ep. 20
A quick episode as Brad Evans breaks down what is so far shaping up to be a successful week for the Rave Green. First, Evans recaps the Sounders draw at Minnesota and massive road win at Austin FC, breaking down Stefan Frei's expert goalkeeping, Jordan Morris's success at the 9, and Nico Lodeiro's stellar service in both road matches. Then: a big one to preview, as the Portland Timbers visit Lumen Field this Saturday for a 7:30pm rivalry match you won't want to miss. Tickets ...
Aug 31, 2023•25 min•Season 6Ep. 19
We have an inspirational edition of Side X Side this week as Brad Evans interviews long time Rave Foundation partner, Thach Nguyen. Get to know more about the man who came from nothing in Vietnam to donating millions of dollars to Rave Foundation's 26 by 2026 initiative through his local real estate career. Tune in for words of wisdom, behind the scenes of how he flips houses, and why he chose Rave. As always, like, subscribe, and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Also, follow Thach to...
Aug 10, 2023•46 min•Season 6Ep. 18
Welcome back to Side X Side, co-hosted by Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans! Coming off a disappointing Leagues Cup run and entering a three week break until MLS, Brad and Steve reflect on the Rave Green's performance and how the team can finish strong still sitting in fourth place in the West. The guys talk Women's World Cup, Messi in Miami, and answer some of YOUR questions! As always, like, subscribe, listen wherever you get your podcasts, and let us know what YOU want to hear Brad and S...
Aug 03, 2023•42 min•Season 6Ep. 17
Sounders Chief Soccer Officer and General Manager, Craig Waibel, joins co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans for this special episode of Side X Side. Some big topics are tackled as the former players discuss the upcoming Leagues Cup, player contracts, and the impact David Beckham and Lionel Messi have had on MLS. Listen, review, subscribe, and let us know who else you want to hear on the pod! Craig Waibel joins the pod! (0:33) Craig on this season (1:45) Who must step up to get more wins? (7:10)...
Jul 20, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 16
Following a much-anticipated win at home vs Houston Dynamo, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss the players that stepped up to help secure three points on this week’s episode of Side x Side. With the Rave Green’s next match at Vancouver this weekend, Steve and Brad dive into the Cascadia rivalry from the USL days to today’s surprisingly friendly fans up north. Tune in for a special Season Ticket Holder announcement for next week’s home game on July 15th vs FC Dallas. Listen, review, an...
Jul 06, 2023•24 min•Season 6Ep. 15
Another clean sheet to recap on this episode of Side x Side, as the Sounders drew Orlando City 0-0 on the weekend. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss another stout defensive performance from the Sounders, and breakdown some of the offensive struggles. The Rave Green return to Lumen Field on Saturday to play the 4th place Houston Dynamo, before hitting the road against Vancouver on July 8th and San Jose July 12th. Listen, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Jun 29, 2023•24 min•Season 6Ep. 14
Welcome back to another episode of Side x Side with co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans. On this 166th edition of the pod, Zak and Brad recap a disappointing midweek loss at LAFC, and delve into the Rave Green's current struggles. Luckily, lots to look forward to this weekend, as Sounders host Orlando City on June 24th for this season's annual Pride Match. Visit https://www.soundersfc.com/matchday/know-before-you-go to learn more about the awesome Pride-centric activations, and ticke...
Jun 22, 2023•24 min•Season 6Ep. 13
On this episode of Side x Side, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap Raul's big two-goal performance vs Charlotte FC from over the weekend, and look ahead to an exciting rivalry match vs Western Conference foe LAFC. Brad also discusses competing in the first-ever TST, aka The Soccer Tournament, and explains why it was one of the best experiences he's ever had on a soccer pitch. Then, onto big MLS news, as our hosts discuss the epic signing of Lionel Messi to Miami FC. As always,...
Jun 15, 2023•38 min•Season 6Ep. 12
A big weekend for both the Seattle Sounders and OL Reign, as both squads take the field at Lumen Field against their respective rival sides from Portland. Steve Zakuani is joined by the legend herself, Seattle Reign's very own Lauren Barnes, to preview the double-header and discuss her incredible career. Sounders take on Portland Timbers on Saturday at 1:30pm, while the Reign follow with their own rivalry bout against the Portland Thorns at 5:00pm. Don't miss either match!
Jun 02, 2023•43 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Side x Side is back as the Sounders return home for a three-match swing at Lumen Field. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss how the Rave Green can get out of their current slide, and chat about their own experiences with going through slumps in their careers. Then, time to turn the page as the Sounders host New York Red Bulls for the first time since 2019. Tune in to the match on Apple TV MLS Season Pass, listen on 93.3 FM (English) and 1360 AM (Spanish), and of course you can attend t...
May 25, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Side x Side is back following two disappointing results, first a 2-1 home loss to Sporting KC and a Wednesday night elimination match vs LA Galaxy in the US Open Cup. Brad Evans is joined by guest host Jackson Felts to break down both games, and discuss why both matchups had bright spots for the Sounders. Remember to tune into KJR / iHeart Radio all season for Sounders FC match broadcasts, the next one coming up quick on Saturday vs Houston Dynamo. As always, listen, review, and subscribe wherev...
May 11, 2023•24 min•Season 6Ep. 9
On this week's episode of Side x Side, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans breakdown the latest Sounders win, a 1-0 victory vs Minnesota United at Lumen Field last Saturday. Sounders defender Jackson Ragen joins the pod (18:46) to talk about his current role on the team, how playing in college prepared him for the pros, Chad Marshall's influence on his game, and wraps it up by answering some fan questions.
Apr 28, 2023•36 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Side x Side is back to (quickly) recap a disappointing road loss to Portland Timbers before turning the page and returning home in front of the Lumen Field faithful on Saturday. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans preview this weekend's matchup vs Minnesota United, a team the Sounders have had tons of success against both on the road and at home.
Apr 21, 2023•21 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Side x Side is "On The Road" in Portland for Saturday's rivalry match against Portland Timbers. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss their own memories playing at providence Park, and give a complete preview of what will be the 117th meeting between the two franchises across all leagues / competitions. Tune in on Apple TV MLS Season Pass and/or listen to the call on 93.3 FM English / 1360 El Rey Spanish.
Apr 15, 2023•19 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Former longtime Seattle University men's soccer head coach Pete Fewing joins Side x Side for a very special episode, celebrating his 29-year coaching career and his current role as an analyst for Sounders FC broadcasts. Congrats to Coach Fewing on a heck of a career, and best of luck as he transitions to a new role in the Seattle U athletic department. As always, listen, download, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Apr 06, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 5
Steve Zakuani is in Los Angeles for Saturday's match vs historic rival LA Galaxy. He gives a quick breakdown of the Sounders' 4-1 victory on the road in Kansas City, followed by a preview of tonight's match. He wraps up the pod with an old April Fool's story back from his rookie season. As always, download, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Apr 01, 2023•21 min•Season 6Ep. 4
A couple of weeks of Sounders action to recap on Side x Side: Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans review all of the on-the-pitch action from the 1-0 loss at FC Cincinnati and 0-0 draw at home vs rival LAFC. Then, a look-ahead at a road bout vs Sporting Kansas City, where a large chunk of the roster will be unavailable due to international duty. Zak and Brad wrap up the pod with a quick discussion on the state of US Soccer and the USMNT. Saturday's 5:30 PT match will be available on Apple TV MLS Se...
Mar 24, 2023•33 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Side x Side's Steve Zakuani is joined by current Apple TV broadcasting team Taylor Twellman and Jake Zivin to breakdown a huge rivalry match between Sounders FC and LAFC. The guys discuss the histories of both sides, wax poetic about Seattle's strong soccer history, and explain how LAFC has managed to be so successful from the jump. You can tune into Apple TV to listen to Zivin and Twellman, both on the call for Sounders vs LAFC at 1pm PT.
Mar 16, 2023•26 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Side x Side with Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans is back for its 6th season! Our hosts are joined by new Sounders FC PxP voice, Danny Jackson, as they breakdown the first two matches of the season, and preview Saturday's road match vs an upstart FC Cincinnati. Zakuani and co also look back at the history of the Sounders, and discuss what makes a good coach in soccer and MLS.
Mar 10, 2023•35 min•Season 6Ep. 1
On this episode of Side x Side, Brad Evans breaks down the World Cup action thus far with Keely Dunning, including the USMNT advancing into the Round of 16. The US faces off against Netherlands on Saturday at 7am PT, so make sure to tune in or visit the Armory for a Sounders FC watch party. In breaking club news, the Sounders have named Craig Waibel as General Manager and Chief Soccer Officer. He sat down with Steve Zakuani to talk the new role and his own personal history with soccer in the Pac...
Dec 02, 2022•34 min•Season 5Ep. 32
A big week in the soccer world, US Soccer, and Sounders FC: both Jordan Morris and Cristian Roldan have officially been named to the USMNT roster heading to Qatar for the World Cup. Side x Side's Brad Evans and Keely Dunning break down the final decisions, and a huge congratulations to Morris, Roldan, and Nouhou who will officially be representing Cameroon. As always, like, review, and subscribe.
Nov 11, 2022•24 min•Season 5Ep. 31
Side x Side is back with a very special guest -- OL Reign defender Sam Hiatt joins Steve Zakuani to recap the awesome season had by the Reign in 2022. The Washington native discusses growing up in the PNW playing soccer, moving on to both Boston College and eventually Stanford, her NWSL draft story, and much more. Big thanks to Sam and the Reign as always. Listen, download, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Nov 04, 2022•49 min•Season 5Ep. 30
On this extra special 150th episode, Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are joined by Sounders FC performance coach Megan Young to gain more insight into the behind-the-scenes of being a member of the first team. Megan shares her wide-ranging experience as a performance coach that spans SEC college football, NWSL women's soccer, and her current role for the Sounders. As always, download, subscribe, and review wherever you get your podcasts.
Oct 28, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 29
In this episode, Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans breakdown the Sounders up-and-down 2022 season, from Champions League highs to missing the MLS postseason. Make sure to continue to tune-in every week as the pod continues through the offseason and into both the FIFA Club World Cup and World Cup in Qatar. As always, review, download, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Oct 14, 2022•36 min•Season 5Ep. 28
Check out this special live taping of the Side x Side podcast. Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans preview what ended up being a 1-1 draw vs FC Cincinnati, answer fan questions on the stadium concourse, and invite special guest Pete Fewing to join the podcast.
Sep 28, 2022•34 min•Season 5Ep. 27
On this episode of Side x Side, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap a disappointing result at Vancouver Whitecaps, and discuss where this loss puts the Sounders as they try to keep their playoff hopes alive. Download / Review / Subscribe -- and next Tuesday, September 27th, the whole crew will be at Lumen Field for a live taping of the Side x Side podcast. 5:45 - 6:15 on the concourse with special guest, General Manager and President of Soccer, Garth Lagerwey.
Sep 23, 2022•33 min•Season 5Ep. 26
A quick-hit episode of the podcast this week. Side x Side co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans give a recap of the Sounders big win vs Austin FC before previewing Saturday's Cascadia clash on the road against Vancouver Whitecaps. Zak and Brad discuss the new USMNT kits and more, make sure to tune-in!
Sep 17, 2022•25 min•Season 5Ep. 25
It finally happened, Sounders fans - Nouhou Tolo scored his first MLS goal. Side x Side hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans analyze Sunday's big win vs Houston Dynamo, and discuss where this puts the Sounders as they fight for a playoff spot. Then, a quick preview of Saturday's match vs Austin along with a full scouting report on the Western Conference opponent.
Sep 09, 2022•21 min•Season 5Ep. 24
The Sounders begin the first game of a three-match road swing Friday night vs LA Galaxy, and Steve Zakuani + Keith Costigan have the full preview on this episode of Side x Side. First, a quick look back at a disappointing loss to RSL, then a scouting report on the current Galaxy squad, before closing the pod with some predictions as the season hits the final stretch.
Aug 19, 2022•26 min•Season 5Ep. 23
