Join former Seattle Sounders midfielders Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans as the two offer their insights and analysis on the Sounders, drop weekly interviews with players, coaches and other personalities in the world of soccer and beyond.
On this episode of the Sounders FC PodCast, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani discuss the signing of Kim Kee-hee, give some Over / Under predictions for the upcoming season, and give their takes on some Sounders FC superlatives, both for last season and 2025. Have questions for Brad and Steve? Leave a voicemail at 206-867-8545 for a chance to get your voice on the show!
Lots of news to cover on this week's edition of the Sounders FC PodCast, and co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani dive right in. Former FC Dallas and stalwarts of the US Men's National Team will now wear the Rave Green this season: forward Jesus Ferreira and midfielder Paul Arriola. Paul joins the pod to talk about his career and move to Seattle -- and fans will love his desire to win trophies. In other news, Sounders FC and Japanese club Vissel Kobe are renewing a partnership that go...
Happy 2025! The Sounders FC PodCast is back and just in time, as the Rave Green have already made some big roster moves. First, a blockbuster trade for Jesus Ferreira, adding a premier MLS goal-scorer to the roster. And not to be outdone, the Sounders also re-signed club stalwarts Albert Rusnak and JP. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans break it all down.
Happy Holidays from the Sounders FC PodCast crew, and an early gift for fans on this week's episode: special guest and the boss himself, Brian Schmetzer. Coach takes a look back at the 2024 season, gives some behind-the-scenes insight into how the coaching staff works together every week, and looks ahead to what's sure to be an action-packed 2025. As always, listen, like, review, and subscribe -- and we will see you all next year. Have a great holiday season!
The Sounders FC Podcast Presented by Toyota is back after a week hiatus, and a week to let the results of the 2024 season sink in. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap the Rave Green's loss to LA Galaxy in the WCF before switching gears to next season. With preseason on the horizon, the Club World Cup draw in the books, and roster decisions being made in real-time, you won't want to miss any of the action as the Sounders prepare for what's sure to be an exciting 2025....
The postseason magic continues as Sounders FC is set to take on Los Angeles Galaxy on Saturday in the Western Conference Final! Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans welcome Sounders assistant Andy Rose to the pod to preview a huge matchup down in Carson, California. Kick-off is this Saturday, November 30th, at 7:30pm PT -- make sure to tune in on MLS Season Pass and listen on the iHeart media app for the local call with Danny Jackson and Brad Evans.
The Sounders FC Pod-Cast welcomes a very special guest this week: MLS and USMNT legend, and current assistant coach for the Seattle Sounders, Preki. Brad and Steve discuss Preki's career, how he came to Seattle, and insight into some of the Rave Green's exciting new players from 2024. Make sure to tune-in next week when the guys give their full LAFC preview, and as always, download, subscribe, and review wherever you you get your podcasts.
It's official -- the Seattle Sounders will face LAFC in the next round of the MLS Cup Playoffs after the Black and Gold advanced on Friday. The Sounders will hit the road for what's sure to be an exciting conference semifinal, and in this episode, podcast co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans give their reactions to the match-up. More details on date and time to come as the road to MLS Cup continues.
The Sounders are set to take on Houston Dynamo on Sunday in the second match of a best-of-three playoff series -- but first, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans breakdown all the action from October 28th. Can the men in Rave Green close it out on November 3rd and advance to play either Vancouver Whitecaps or LAFC? Tune-in on Sunday for the full 90 minute bout on Apple TV - MLS Season Pass, and listen on 950 KJR AM (English) / 1360 El Rey (Spanish).
On this final installment of Behind the Shield, Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani sit down with Regence Community Hero Manny Morales and Sounders midfielder Cristian Roldan, and learn more about both of their experiences as first generation Americans now living in the Pacific Northwest. Manny was honored at the October 19th home match against Portland Timbers for his exceptional work as Co-Chair for the Home of Latinxs and Allies – or HOLA for short – Employee Resource Group, where he played a key ro...
The Sounders FC Pod-Cast is back and ready to preview an extra-exciting Decision Day matchup for your Seattle Sounders as they take on rival Portland Timbers at Lumen Field on Saturday. The Rave Green can finish either 3rd or 4th in the Western Conference, and the Cascadia Cup is on the line. Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani breakdown all the action ahead of a once-in-50-years finale to the 2024 regular season.
A quick-hitter this week on the podcast as co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans breakdown a solid home victory vs Houston Dynamo, and preview a Cascadia bout between Sounders FC and Vancouver Whitecaps. Huge congrats to the Rave Green for clinching a playoff berth for the 15th time in franchise history! Tune in for matches this week: Oct. 2nd at VAN: 950 KJR AM (English) / 1360 El Rey Spanish; Apple TV - MLS Season Pass Oct. 5th at COL: 950 KJR AM (English) / 1360 El Rey Spanish; Apple TV - MLS...
On this edition of Behind the Shield, Zak and Brad get back to Washington's roots, sitting down with native Washingtonians doing great work for their community and following their dreams: Jackson Ragen and Paul Rothrock, and Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at Regence BlueShield, Celicia Yeoman. Jackson and Paul grew up playing youth soccer together, and are now living a shared dream of playing for their hometown squad . Celicia manages volunteer and giving opportunities for Regence ...
On this episode, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap a fortunate but still impressive road victory at Columbus Crew. They then take a deeper dive into US Soccer: first, on the hiring of Mauricio Pochettino as head coach of the men's side; then, to celebrate a legend of the women's game, Alex Morgan, as she retires from the sport. And of course a preview of Sunday's matchup vs Sporting Kansas City, set for 4pm at Lumen Field. Make sure to check out all the Youth Day activit...
Welcome to a special edition of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, presented by Toyota. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans start with a quick recap of the 1-0 loss at Portland before quickly turning the page to the Rave Green's next big challenge: a Saturday road match against MLS juggernaut Columbus Crew. Then our hosts are joined by Dealer Principal / GM at Foothills Toyota in Burlington, Tyler Steinman, to chat more on Toyota's longstanding partnership with Seattle Sounders FC. This seaso...
Zak and Brad are back to recap a thrilling, but ultimately disappointing US Open Cup exit for your Seattle Sounders. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans breakdown the 1-0 loss to LAFC before turning their attention to MLS play. The Rave Green sit in 5th place in the Western Conference table, and are just one point shy of a Top-4 seed as the team hits the home stretch ahead of the playoffs. Our co-hosts preview what's sure to be a can't-miss rivalry matchup this weekend down in Portla...
Sounders return to MLS regular season action on August 24th, and the Sounders FC PODCast Presented by Toyota is back to break it all down. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans first recap the Sounders run in Leagues Cup, ending with a loss to Western Conference rival-LAFC. The Rave Green hit the road this weekend to Minnesota before returning home to host LAFC at Starfire Sports for the US Open Cup Semifinal, and Zak and Brad give their thoughts on both matchups. And of course, a quick call to ...
The episode we've all been waiting for -- hometown kid Paul Rothrock joins co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans to discuss his recent run of form, his soccer journey from youth to college and now the pros, and what he's learned about resiliency along the way. Fans can see Paul and the rest of the Rave Green in Leagues Cup action on Sunday, August 4th at Lumen Field (SoundersFC.com/Tickets) or tune-in on Apple TV - Watch Free, FS1, and Unimas for Spanish language television. Local Span...
Guest host James Riley joins Steve Zakuani and the pod this week to discuss Ballard FC, his success at Eastside FC, and of course Sounders soccer. The former Rave Green teammates breakdown the loss against LAFC, before moving on to the upcoming Leagues Cup AND US Open Cup semifinal, hosted at Starfire Sports. Sounders take on Minnesota United on July 26 for the first match of the Leagues Cup group stage: Tune-in on MLS Season Pass or listen on 1360 El Rey for the call in Spanish.
On this episode, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans have a ton of positive results to recap as the Sounders are hitting their form just ahead of the summer transfer window. First, a 2-0 result on Saturday against visiting New England Revolution; followed by a 2-1 victory in US Open Cup play, this time on the road against Sacramento Republic. Zak and Brad look ahead at the next three matches before the break, and then quickly pivot to international soccer news. Sounders kickoff next at Austin ...
On this edition of Behind the Shield, Zak and Brad talk to two true caregivers in the community: Sounders forward Jordan Morris, and Customer Service Professional at Regence BlueShield, Buffy Anderson. Jordan has exemplified being a caregiver for himself and others through his own Type 1 diabetes TD1 diagnosis, and through the work his charitable foundation has accomplished, and is now learning the fundamentals of a new caregiver role: becoming a Dad . Buffy helps thousands of Regence members na...
A big 7-point week to recap on this week's edition of the Sounders FC PodCast. Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani discuss the two Texas comebacks; first, a road draw against Houston, followed by a thrilling come-from-behind home victory versus FC Dallas. Zak and Brad also go back to June 15th's 50th Anniversary celebration, and memories they share with Sounders FC alumni. Sounders FC kicks off Saturday night at Lumen Field, 7:30 kick as they host visiting side Chicago Fire.
The Sounders FC Pod-Cast is celebrating the club's 50th Anniversary on this special episode. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans talk shop with some of your favorite former Sounders players and staff: Peter Hattrup (0:34 - 9:10) Randy Noteboom (9:12 - 21:58) Chris Eylander (22:03 - 29:19) Erik Friberg (29:29 - 36:31) Sounders kickoff against Minnesota United on Saturday, June 15th at 7:30 from Lumen Field. Tune in on Apple TV, on 950 KJR AM (English) / 1360 El Rey (Spanish), or get your t...
On this week's episode, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani preview what's sure to be a tough road test against a Peter Vermes-side looking to turn their own slow start around. Zak and Brad discuss the history and rivalry between the two squads, then are joined by former Sounder and current broadcaster, Kelyn Rowe, to give his thoughts on the season so far. Sounders visit Sporting Kansas City on June 8th, kickoff at 5:30pm on Apple TV -- MLS Season Pass, and 950 KJR AM / 1360 El Rey ...
Zak and Brad are back to recap four points in two matches: first, an impressive 2-1 road win vs St. Louis, followed by a 1-1 home draw against top-of-the-table Real Salt Lake. The guys highlight Albert Rusnak's performances in both games, which included an assist vs St. Louis and goal on Wednesday vs his former team, RSL. Our co-hosts also discuss stand-out play from Reed Baker-Whiting, and why they see a bright future for the young midfielder. As always, like, review, and subscribe whereve...
On this week's episode, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans breakdown a stretch of Sounders FC results, the highlight of course being the Rave Green's 2-1 US Open Cup victory over USL-side Phoenix Rising. Zak and Brad discuss what players need to step up on the attacking side, and how Pedro De La Vega can help the offense flip a switch through the rest of the regular season (and hopefully beyond). Brad also previews his own return to the pitch as a participant in the 2024 TST -- June...
In this first episode of Behind The Shield, presented by Regence BlueShield, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani are joined by Stefan Frei to discuss finding balance with his health. Frei goes into his career, and how fully balanced health care has evolved for professional athletes. Then, Community Hero and Regence BlueShield Executive Medical Director Dr. Nicole Saint Clair joins the pod to continue the thread of fully balanced health, giving advice and support to the next generation of Sound...
US Open heroics and an upcoming rivalry bout with the Portland Timbers headline this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast presented by Toyota. Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani re-live the penalty shootout between your Sounders and USL side Louisville City, and Andrew Thomas solidifying himself in Sounders lore with his incredible PK saves and game-winning penalty goal. The Rave Green return to MLS action this Sunday, when they head down to Portland to face the Timbers. Zak and Br...
Zak and Brad are back and ready to recap what was a massive road win vs Philadelphia Union on Tuesday. The guys discuss the importance of the victory, especially heading into this next stretch of matches versus tough opponents, including Sunday's afternoon kickoff vs Los Angeles Galaxy. Zak and Brad give a quick preview, and examine the Rave Green's storied history with LA. Tune in Sunday at 3pm on 93.3 KJR FM for an extended prematch show full of player interviews and analysis. Kickof...
On this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani recap a disappointing result vs Cascadia rival Vancouver Whitecaps, and break down what went wrong after the controversial Jackson Ragen red card. Then a quick turn of the page as the Sounders head first to DC on Saturday, then Philadelphia on Tuesday -- the "redo" of the previous match at Subaru Park that was abandoned due to weather. Zak and Brad preview both matches, and set their expectat...
