The Sounders officially advanced in the Concacaf Champions Cup with a victory over Antigua on Wednesday, and are set to travel to Sandy, Utah for MLS play against Real Salt Lake. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are back to break it all down and preview both the match on Saturday and the upcoming CCC match at Lumen Field against Liga MX side Cruz Azul. Joining the pod is MLS Season Pass PxP voice Keith Costigan, who has a background covering Liga MX and helps the crew scout Cruz Azul. Tune-...
Feb 28, 2025•40 min•Ep 70•Transcript available on Metacast The MLS season is finally kicking off, with Sounders FC set to host Charlotte at Lumen Field on Saturday. Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani start with a quick preview of Wednesday's 3-1 CCC victory over Guatemalan side Antigua GFC; a win that included goals from Paul Arriola, Pedro de la Vega, and Albert Rusnak. Brad and Zak also preview a Charlotte side with a proven head coach in Dean Smith, along with new signing Wilfried Zaha, a player Zakuani knows very well... leading into special...
Feb 21, 2025•40 min•Ep 69•Transcript available on Metacast It's a two-match week for the Sounders, so it's also a two-episode special from the Sounders FC PodCast. Longtime Seattle soccer fixture Pete Fewing joins the podcast, with tons of stories to tell, centering soccer history in the Sound. Sounders kick off on Wednesday, February 19th at 5pm PT for an opening CCC match against Antigua (available to stream on Fox Soccer Plus / ViX / CONCACAF Youtube), before a quick turnaround back to Lumen Field for the MLS Home Opener. Tickets are still ...
Feb 19, 2025•41 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast The Sounders are back from preseason in Spain and ready to begin a gauntlet of a season. Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani begin by looking back at some preseason results, and commend Craig Waibel, Brian Schmetzer and staff for putting together a roster with depth all around the pitch. And it's a good thing given the congested upcoming schedule: scrimmage vs Louisville on the 12th, CONCACAF Champions Cup vs Antigua on February 19th (away) and February 26th (home)... not to mention MLS p...
Feb 12, 2025•29 min•Ep 67•Transcript available on Metacast 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!
Feb 03, 2025•28 min•Ep 66•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Jan 17, 2025•45 min•Ep 65•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Jan 11, 2025•34 min•Ep 64•Transcript available on Metacast 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!
Dec 20, 2024•45 min•Ep 63•Transcript available on Metacast 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....
Dec 13, 2024•36 min•Ep 62•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Nov 29, 2024•25 min•Ep 61•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Nov 15, 2024•26 min•Ep 60•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Nov 09, 2024•31 min•Ep 59•Transcript available on Metacast 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).
Nov 02, 2024•20 min•Ep 58•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Oct 31, 2024•25 min•Ep 57•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Oct 18, 2024•27 min•Ep 56•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Oct 01, 2024•23 min•Ep 55•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Sep 26, 2024•33 min•Ep 54•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Sep 13, 2024•27 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Aug 30, 2024•23 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Aug 23, 2024•31 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Aug 02, 2024•51 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Jul 26, 2024•45 min•Ep 48•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Jul 12, 2024•31 min•Ep 47•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Jul 08, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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.
Jun 28, 2024•19 min•Ep 46•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Jun 14, 2024•37 min•Ep 45•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Jun 07, 2024•35 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
May 31, 2024•33 min•Ep 43•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
May 24, 2024•25 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast 
