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.
In this week’s episode, Steve Zakuani recaps a very successful three-game week, explains why it’s OK to play defensive once in a while, and reflects on the outstanding career of Chad Marshall with former Stanford teammate and Sounders FC front office executive Taylor Graham.
Steve Zakuani recaps the Sounders’ 1-0 win over the Houston Dynamo and breaks down why Cristian Roldan more than deserves to win MLS Goal of the Week. Analyst Keith Costigan joins the show to talk about Saturday night’s match and the start to the 2019 MLS regular season.
Steve Zakuani recaps the 1-1 draw against Minnesota United led by former Sounders star Ozzie Alonso and emphasizes the need to break the recent streak of draws. Sounders FC midfielder Jordy Delem joins the show to discuss his role on the team, his relationship with Ozzie, and how he’s adjusted to life in Seattle. Steve ends the episode with the Big 3 Things as the Sounders prepare for three games in 8 days, two at home and one on the road.
Steve Zakuani recaps the busy week that featured draws against San Jose and LAFC before analyzing the depth at right back in Kelvin Leerdam’s absence. Steve previews the battle between Ozzie Alonso and Cristian Roldan and breaks down how to stop Darwin Quintero ahead of Saturday’s match at Minnesota United. As a bonus, Brian Schmetzer gives his take on Zakuani becoming a high school soccer coach.
Steve Zakuani recaps what went wrong in the Sounders' first loss of the year against LAFC and why he grades the 2-2 home draw vs. the San Jose Earthquakes incomplete. Steve previews their upcoming match against LAFC, the opportunity for redemption and how it will be different from last weekend's match. Former voice of the Sounders and current voice of the English Premier League Arlo White joins the podcast to reminisce on his time in Seattle and what has made 10 years in MLS special....
Steve Zakuani recaps the Sounders’ win vs. Toronto FC, previews Seattle’s upcoming home-and-home matches against LAFC, analyzing the threat of Carlos Vela and LA’s attack. Steve stresses the importance of getting a first win against the Western Conference rival and the duel between head coaches Brian Schmetzer and Bob Bradley. Former Sounders goalkeeper and current TV analyst Marcus Hahnemann stops by to reminisce on his beginnings as a soccer player at Seattle Pacific University, playing in the...
Steve Zakuani recaps the Sounders' first Cascadia Clash of the year against Vancouver before being joined by Sounders FC radio play-by-play announcer Matt Johnson. Steve and Matt discuss the strong start so far, the depth on the bench, and go through the next few games on the schedule including a busy stretch with three matches in eight days. Lastly, Steve closes out the episode with his Big Three Things ahead of the Rave Green's match against Real Salt Lake.
Steve looks back at the fast start to the Sounders’ 2019 season and breaks down Víctor Rodríguez's success so far playing with Brad Smith. Zakuani previews Seattle’s first Cascadia match of the year ahead of Saturday’s match in Vancouver, and he sits down with former Sounder and current Whitecap Fredy Montero for the “Once a Sounder” video series.
Steve Zakuani recaps the Sounders’ 2-0 win over the Colorado Rapids and explains why the first 20 minutes of the match were the best he’s ever seen the Sounders on the field. Zakuani discusses Cristian Roldan’s strength on the pitch on how the club continues its success against teams that won’t sit back. Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins the podcast to explain the new tactics for 2019 and breaks down how the attack has evolved with Jordan Morris’ return. Schmetzer explains why he’s such a big fan...
Steve recaps the Sounders’ home opener win over FC Cincinnati and Jordan Morris' dream 2019 debut. Sounders FC defender Kelvin Leerdam breaks down his goal against Cincinnati, the importance of playing a complete season and discusses playing on the same side as Morris. Colorado Rapids forward Kei Kamara joins the podcast to talk about the Snow Bowl, the Rapids' rebuild and to share fond memories of Sigi Schmid.
Sounders FC host Steve Zakuani returns with “Wingin’ it with Zakuani” for the 2019 MLS Season ahead of Seattle’s home opener against FC Cincinnati on March 2. Sounders General Manager & President of Soccer Garth Lagerwey stops by to discuss the longer offseason, a retrospective on 2018 and breaks down the 2019 roster. FC Cincinnati Assistant Coach Pa-Modou Kah joins the podcast to talks about preseason, scouting Fanendo Adi and what a successful 2019 season would look like in Cincinnati. Ste...
In the first episode of "Winging it with Zakuani" in 2019, Sounders FC host Steve Zakuani recalls his best memories of late coach Sigi Schmid. Former Sounders Chad Barrett and Patrick Ianni join the podcast to share stories about playing under the American soccer legend.
In the final episode of “Winging it with Zakuani” in 2018, Steve Zakuani looks back at an epic Western Conference Semifinals, forecasts a bright 2019 for the Rave Green and reveals his 2018 team MVP.
Steve Zakuani breaks down the 2-1 loss in Portland and discusses how the Sounders can stop Diego Valeri on Thursday. Steve discusses the bright spots of the loss, including a strong second half effort despite having lost Cristian Roldan and Chad Marshall to injuries. Timbers.com writer Richard Farley joins the podcast to talk about Portland’s mood after a 2-1 victory on Sunday and how they’ll prepare for the return leg on the road, while analyst Keith Costigan joins the show to preview Leg 2 of ...
Steve Zakuani recaps the team’s comeback win against the San Jose Earthquakes and the Sounders’ impressive second half of the regular season. Zakuani then previews the Knockout Round of the Audi 2018 MLS Cup Playoffs and Seattle’s possible opponents. Sounders owner Adrian Hanauer sits down with Steve to discuss how the club joined MLS, the 10 years of success the team has enjoyed on and off the field, as well as honoring the late Paul Allen.
Steve Zakuani recaps the team’s big win against Colorado and keys in on why Nicolás Lodeiro is so dangerous. Sounders forward Will Bruin joins the podcast to talk about finding his place on the pitch, why parts of his game might be overlooked and his time with the Houston Dynamo.
Host Steve Zakuani discusses the end of the Sounders’ winning streak as he previews the club’s upcoming match against the Colorado Rapids. Sounders FC goalkeeper Stefan Frei joins the podcast to talk about how the Sounders can get back on track and his expectations for the rest of the season.
Host Steve Zakuani breaks down the Sounders eight-game winning streak, discusses how finding a stable starting lineup and the defense has translated into wins. Zakuani previews the upcoming Cascadia clash against the Whitecaps, while former Sounders defender and current club executive Taylor Graham joins the show to break down the Sounders backline, why they've been successful and why they haven't peaked yet.
Host Steve Zakuani talks about Clint Dempsey's farewell and the team's winning streak. Sounders defender Brad Smith stops by to talk about how he's adjusting to Seattle, what he knew about MLS, and whether anyone on the team can beat him in a foot race.
Host Steve Zakuani talks about Clint Dempsey's retirement, highlighting his career from the youth level to the EPL, USMNT, and Sounders FC. Former Sounders forward Eddie Johnson stops by to discuss playing with Dempsey in England, the Stars and Stripes, and the Rave Green and what Deuce means to soccer and the sport in America, while Analyst Keith Costigan joins to talk all things Clint, and preview the Sounders upcoming Western Conference clash against. Sporting Kansas City.
Steve Zakuani breaks down Seattle's current unbeaten streak, why the win against NYCFC was biggest of season and Harry Shipp's current form. Steve shares his initial thoughts on Raúl Ruidíaz and analyzes Clint Dempsey's role with the team.
Steve Zakuani breaks down the successful trip to Atlanta while Sounders midfielder Gustav Svensson joins the show to talk about his experience at the World Cup and the Sounders’ current form. Seattle Times sports writer Geoff Baker later stops by to talk about his book “100 Things Sounders Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die” and what he learned from Sounders fans during his research.
Host Steve Zakuani recaps the successful road trip and previews Seattle’s upcoming clash against Atlanta United. Atlanta midfielder Darlington Nagbe joins the podcast to discuss the Atlanta fan base and how his role on the team fits his style of play more than it did in Portland.
Steve Zakuani is joined by Sounders broadcaster Matt Johnson to discuss the Rave Green's recent road trip to Colorado and New England. The Sounders picked up four points, a 2-1 win against the Rapids and a 0-0 draw with the New England Revolution, as the 2018 MLS season hit its midway point.
Host Steve Zakuani discusses what makes the Seattle-Portland rivalry so special, and former Sounder Eddie Johnson stops by to talk about his USMNT career, training with Christian Pulisic and Clint Dempsey’s legacy.
Host Steve Zakuani talks about how Víctor Rodríguez adds quality to the Sounders’ attack and why the upcoming match against the Chicago Fire is must-win. Former Sounders defender Patrick Ianni joins the podcast to discuss his legendary 2012 goal vs. Sporting Kansas City and his career with Seattle.
Host Steve Zakuani talks about how the team can get quality out of Clint Dempsey and analyst Keith Costigan joins the show to talk about the UEFA Champion’s League final, Zlatan’s start in MLS and how the U.S. can avoid missing another World Cup.
Host Steve Zakuani recaps Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake and previews this weekend's visit to Rio Tinto Stadium as Seattle native and former Sounders defender DeAndre Yedlin stops by to talk Newcastle, the United States national team and his puppy Simba.
Host Steve Zakuani talks to former Sounders defender and current assistant coach Djimi Traore to discuss the root of the Sounders’ recent struggles, winning the UEFA Champions League in Istanbul in 2005 and how Liverpool can defeat Real Madrid this Saturday.
Steve Zakuani recaps the Sounders’ 2-1 win in Toronto, breaking down Head Coach Brian Schmetzer’s tactics and why the counterattack worked at BMO Field. Former Sounder Zach Scott stops by to preview the Sounders’ match against Portland and talk about the history of the Portland-Seattle rivalry.
