Sounders FC Pod-Cast With Brad and Zak

A lot to recap on today's episode of Side x Side with Zak and Brad, starting (of course) with the Tim Melia / Cristian Roldan incident from the weekend. Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans break down what they saw on the play, and their thoughts on the post-game reaction from MLS. Our hosts briefly recap the loss at LAFC, then answer some fan questions regarding the return of Jordan Morris, Nico Lodeiro and Raul Ruidiaz. Then, a quick game of Over/Under presented by Emerald Queen Casino and our plans for Halloween this year. 

A busy week for Sounders FC means a jam-packed episode of Side x Side with your hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans. First, a disappointing result at Houston Dynamo, but followed-up by a strong performance and eventual 1-1 draw at Colorado Rapids on Wednesday. Zak and Brad recap both matches, and assess where the Sounders stand ahead of the playoffs. Then, it's time to preview Sporting KC, who the Sounders are set to host at Lumen Field this Saturday at 12:30pm.  Our hosts also discuss rumors of a World Cup every two years before launching into another game of Over/Under presented by Emerald Queen Casino. 

Welcome back to another episode of Side x Side with Zak and Brad. Some good results to recap, including two consecutive home victories against tough Western Conference foes. Former Sounder and broadcast-regular James Riley joins the podcast as we take a step back to discuss the recent news surrounding the NWSL and former head coach Paul Riley. 

Host Steve Zakuani closes this week's pod with a quick preview of the Rave Green's upcoming match against the Houston Dynamo - thanks for tuning in!

Welcome back to another edition of the Sounders FC Side x Side podcast with hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans. A lot of big wins to recap, including victories against top-of-the-west foes Sporting Kansas City and Colorado Rapids.  Our guest this week is a Comeback Player of the Year candidate who has scored some beauties for the Sounders this season... Jimmy Medranda. He discusses his MLS journey and reveals his personal favorite career goal. Then, the guys play their weekly round of Over/Under presented by Emerald Queen Casino before closing out another week on the pod. 

It's time to debrief Leagues Cup final - Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans break down the September 22nd Sounders FC hard-fought loss to Mexican side Club Leon, and discuss the MLS - Liga MX announcement of a new tournament kicking off in 2023. Hear from MLS commissioner Don Garber and Liga MX President Mikel Arriola, as they joined Keith Costigan and Kasey Keller in Las Vegas. Stay tuned as Zak and Brad preview Sunday's matchup vs Sporting Kansas City, and play a quick game of Over/Under presented by Emerald Queen Casino. 

Side x Side is back with a special two-guest episode. Hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap a successful Leagues Cup semifinal, and answer some Las Vegas-themed questions from fans. Sounders forward Will Bruin joins the pod to discuss his role on the squad, Supporters' Shield, and balancing winning Leagues Cup with ensuring a strong end of season heading into the playoffs. Then, we introduce the second special guest to the podcast, former Sounder from the USL days, Craig Tomlinson. He touches on his relationship with Brian Schmetzer, his journey from Jamaica to the United States, and joins the hosts in a quick game of Over/Under presented by Emerald Queen Casino. 

Side x Side with Zak and Brad is back with very special guest and franchise legend Ozzie Alonso. But first, hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans preview Saturday's matchup vs Minnesota, how to best integrate players returning from injury, and discuss this season's home form vs away form. Ozzie joins the pod at 15:14 as the veteran midfielder catches up with two of his former teammates. Zak and Brad play a quick round of Over/Under presented by Emerald Queen Casino, then answer some fan questions before closing it out until next week. 

The Sounders FC Side x Side podcast is back - and recording in person! Big thanks to Portage Bay Cafe for hosting your hosts, Steve Zakuani, Brad Evans, and co-host / producer Keely Dunning. This week, Zak and Brad recap the disappointing 2-0 loss to Portland Timbers, and discuss the full PNW soccer experience - big shoutout and congratulations to OL Reign for their win over the Portland Thorns. The pod closes out with another round of Over/Under presented by Emerald Queen Casino and a quick look ahead at the rest of the season. 

Steve Zakuani is joined by guest host Keith Costigan on this week's episode of Side x Side. They recap the Sounders big 9-point road swing before looking ahead to the Pacific Northwest's big soccer celebration on August 29th. OL Reign take on the Portland Thorns at 4pm, followed by Seattle Sounders hosting their rival Portland Timbers. The pod wraps up with a quick game of Over/Under, presented by Emerald Queen Casino. 

Lots of good results to recap on the Side x Side podcast this week, including Wednesday night's 1-0 road win vs FC Dallas and of course last Sunday's 6-2 demolition of the Portland Timbers. This week's guest is none other than former NFL kicker Steven Hauschka, who discusses the differences between kicking a soccer ball and a football, what post-career life has been like for him, and whether he'd time travel or meet aliens if he had the chance. The important stuff, as always. Thanks for tuning in!