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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
On this week's episode of Side x Side, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap a disappointing loss at Atlanta United before turning the page to preview a big home match vs Real Salt Lake. Our hosts also address Garth Lagerwey's recent media availability surrounding the transfer window, and break down what they think the Sounders need to do to ensure a spot in the playoffs. As always, please subscribe, download, and review.
The Sounders are back in the "Win" column after a big home result vs FC Dallas, and Side x Side co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans have the full recap of the victory. Zak and Brad look ahead at the remaining schedule, and give their takes on how many points the Sounders need to advance to their 14th consecutive postseason. The pod closes with USMNT roster predictions, including reasons why Jordan Morris and Cristian Roldan should both be on the plane to Qatar.
Side x Side is back and excited to recap a much-needed 2-1 victory over Colorado Rapids. Hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans look back on the match, and address a couple of on-the-pitch controversies. Then, a quick look ahead as the Sounders visit LAFC and new signing Gareth Bale on Friday before special guest and former Sounders FC TV regular Jackie Montgomery joins the pod. Jackie looks back on her beginnings with MLS and the Sounders, and gives an update on her most recent professional pursuit...
This weekend is a big one for the Sounders, both on and off the field. Side x Side hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani are joined by RAVE Foundation Excecutive Director Ashley Fosberg to discuss the "Right to Play" match on the 23rd, along with more on the RAVE Foundation's mission, including building 26 mini pitches by 2026. For more information and ways to get involved, visit: https://www.ravefoundation.org/.
Side x Side is back with co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans. This week, Zak and Brad recap the entire 5-game stretch at home and dive deeper into what impressed them about Montreal's squad. Then, Garth Lagerwey himself joins the podcast to talk CCL, Sounders, and more. Great insight from the Sounders' GM and President of Soccer - so much great stuff, we're already planning a "Part Two" to the conversation. As always, rate, review, and subscribe.
On this episode of Side x Side, hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap last weekend's 1-1 draw vs LAFC, discuss the injury news surrounding Obed Vargas, and breakdown some of Sporting Kansas City's early season struggles. The pod wraps up with a quick fan Q&A and a little game of "Sporting or Sounders?" with Zak and Brad. As always, download, subscribe and review.
Side x Side is back with the full crew, ready to recap a huge 4-0 Cascadia win vs Vancouver Whitecaps as well as preview Saturday's bout vs LAFC. Sounders PxP voice Keith Costigan joins the pod to discuss Sounders on field action as well as the excitement surrounding Seattle officially being named a host city for the 2026 World Cup. As always, listen, download, and review wherever you get your podcasts.
The Sounders are still on break but Side x Side is back with Steve Zakuani and producer / co-host Keely Dunning. The Sounders have a string of home games at Lumen Field they can hopefully use to climb up the table, and your hosts break down the first part of MLS play along with a quick breakdown of the rest of the league. The guest this week is Tacoma Defiance head coach Wade Webber, who gives more insight into the second team while also assigning Steve Zakuani a Dungeons & Dragons character...
The first ever LIVE recording of the Side x Side Podcast! Hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans hung out at the West Concourse of Lumen Field ahead of Sunday's matchup vs Charlotte FC. Zak and Brad preview the match before taking questions from fans ready to root on the Rave Green. Make sure to check back for more live podcast dates so you can interact directly with your favorite former Sounders. As always, review, like, and subscribe, and thanks for listening!
Former Sounders forward and Washington-native Lamar Neagle returns to Side x Side for the newest edition of the Community Spotlight series. On this episode, Neagle speaks with Ðoan Diane Hoàng Dy , Senior Tour Manager at the Wing Luke Museum, which is located in Seattle's Chinatown - International District. For ore information on how to support the Wing Luke Museum, visit https://www.wingluke.org/.
The Sounders are finally heating up in MLS play, coming off two 3-point results including a tough road match vs Houston Dynamo. Hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap both victories, and look ahead to Sunday's away match vs Colorado Rapids. Stefan Frei joins the pod to discuss the season so far, winning CCL, and even gives B-Rad some tattoo recommendations. Zak and Brad close the show by congratulating Clint Dempsey on his Hall of Fame induction.
Lots of games to recap and preview in the newest episode of Side x Side With Zak and Brad. First, a quick look back at May 7th's road loss to FC Dallas before moving on to Wednesday's US Open Cup result vs San Jose Earthquakes. A disappointing loss in PKs, but our hosts note strong performances from the youth movement, including Stefan Cleveland, Obed Vargas and Jackson Ragen. Zakuani and Evans move on the discuss Sunday's upcoming home match vs Minnesota United, and debate whethe...
On this episode of Side x Side with Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans, our hosts recap a historic night after the Seattle Sounders became the first MLS club to win the current iteration of the CONCACAF Champions League. Zak and Brad go through the entire match and discuss the action on the pitch that led to the Sounders winning their 8th major trophy in the MLS era. Lastly, a quick preview of Saturday's league match vs FC Dallas and a quick CCL-edition of Over/Under.
