On this week's episode, Brad Evans is joined by goalkeeper Andrew Thomas to discuss his exciting start to the 2024 campaign. The full rundown: How Andrew came to be a Sounder and his football journey (:59) On his decision to leave Watford's academy and attend Stanford University (2:22) Mental toughness of being a backup and breaking in to a winning squad (3:49) His injury history and recovery (5:55) His soccer idols growing up (7:55) On learning from veteran star Stefan Frei (9:44) History...

Zak and Brad are back to recap the Sounders home opener, which ended in a 0-0 draw to Austin FC. Here's this episode's rundown: -- SEA vs ATX recap (:54) -- Can the Sounders offense get going? (3:58) -- Steve's advice for wing players (6:56) -- March 9 Philly preview (8:49) -- Ozzie Alonso retires as a Sounder (11:40) -- Sit-down with Ozzie (16:36)

On this episode, Zak and Brad discuss what it means to retire from professional soccer with special guest Kelyn Rowe. Kelyn recently announced his retirement after 12 years in Major League Soccer, and sat down with Steve Zakuani to look back at his impressive career, and all the lessons, advice, and mentors he's met along the way. As always, please listen, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 

It's the final episode of the 2023 season for Side x Side, with extra special guest, the one and only Coach Schmetzer. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans break down the season with the boss himself, as the Sounders head into the offseason and prepare for 2024.  Thanks for listening this year, and as always, please listen, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Happy Holidays, and Go Sounders! 

Steve Zakuani is back for another episode of Side x Side. The Flying Winger gives his thoughts on the Sounders' 1-nil playoff loss to LAFC before giving a quick preview of MLS Cup. Stay tuned for next week's mega-offseason episode, which should feature some big guests from the front office as well as tons of analysis from Zak and Brad.  As always, listen, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 

Side x Side's Brad Evans is back to recap a disappointing ending to an overall stellar season from your Seattle Sounders. Evans breaks down the heart-breaking 1-nil postseason loss to LAFC, and gives his thoughts on the remaining for teams set to square up in the conference finals. As always, listen / review / subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and Go Sounders. 

On this edition of Side x Side, Zak and Brad are joined by Taylor Graham to delve into the Sounders round one victory vs FC Dallas. The Rave Green gear up for a Semifinal matchup against SoCal rivals LAFC on November 26th at Lumen Field. Reserve your seat today at SoundersFC.com/tickets, and tune-in for the local call on 950 KJR AM for English / 1360 El Rey for Spanish and Apple TV - MLS Season Pass. 

After a tough 3-1 road loss to FC Dallas last week, the Sounders return to Lumen Field in a winner-take-all playoff elimination match on November 10th. Side x Side co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani breakdown what went wrong in Game 2 before turning the page to preview Friday night's matchup. For tickets, make sure to visit SoundersFc.com/tickets, and if you can't attend make sure to tune-in on Apple TV -- MLS Season Pass. Local English radio tune-in on 93.3 KJR FM for English, 1360 El Rey...

The Sounders are one win away from advancing to the Conference Semifinal after earning a hard-fought 2-nil victory vs FC Dallas this past Monday. Side x Side co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans breakdown the win, and laud individual performances from Stefan Frei (15th clean sheet on the season) and shutdown defending by Nouhou. Then, it's time to look ahead to Saturday, when the Sounders can advance with a win at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, TX.  Tune in on the Sounders app + iHeart radio to...

The Sounders are back where they belong -- in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. On this episode of Side x Side, hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans quickly recap an exceptional Decision Day victory against St. Louis, then head straight to previewing the Rave Green's first round opponent, FC Dallas.  Sounders FC take on FC Dallas for match one of a potential three-match series on Monday, October 30th at Lumen Field (kickoff 6pm PT). For tickets, visit SoundersFC.com/tickets. 

On this week's episode of Side x Side, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans do a full recap of October 7th's Cascadia matchup vs Vancouver Whitecaps, then look back at the season so far as the Sounders gear up for one last regular season match before the postseason.  It's a big one vs top of the table's St. Louis City, with playoff seeding on the line as the Sounders can finish anywhere from 2nd to 6th in the Western Conference.  As always, listen, review, and subscribe wherever you get...

A very special edition of the Side x Side podcast this week, with special guests Kwame and Chelsea from season 4 of the Netflix series "Love is Blind."  The quick hits: Kwame's soccer journey and career (2:26) Chelsea's soccer background (5:59) Why they decided to sign up for Love Is Blind (7:24) Casting process (9:50) Reaction from friends and family (11:28) More on being vulnerable in the pods / in front of cameras (23:03) Transition from the pods to TV to real life (24:57) What other...

Welcome to another episode of Side x Side, and this one's pretty special. Brad Evans, Michelle Ludtka, and Keely Dunning recorded the pod live from the Seattle Sounders official brand relaunch party at the Museum of Pop Culture. Some special guests: Taylor Graham (:15) Danny Jackson (13:27) Paul Rothrock and Mike Fucito (21:08) Jackson Felts (33:27) 

A quick episode of Side x Side as the Sounders hit the home stretch of the regular season. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap the Sounders results at FC Dallas and Colorado Rapids, and breakdown the final four regular season matches for the Rave Green.  As always, listen / review / and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

The Flying Winger himself Steve Zakuani returns for the 174th edition of the Side x Side Podcast. Co-host Brad Evans catches Steve up on all the Sounders action from the past few weeks, and both hosts assess the Sounders season so far.  For more information on RAVE Foundation and Sept. 16th Watch Party: https://www.ravefoundation.org/ https://www.ravefoundation.org/images/[email protected] Tune-in for Saturday's match at FC Dallas:  Apple TV -- MLS Season Pass 950 KJR AM

Side X Side is back with host Brad Evans after a big three game week. Brad dives into the Portland game and discusses what the rest of the season holds. With six matches left (two home and four away) and a seven point range between second and ninth place, what will the Sounders do to finish the season strong? Tune in to hear what we think! Make sure to like, subscribe, and listen wherever you get you podcasts. Brad unpacks the Rave Green's five point week  (00:32) Walking through the goals...

A quick episode as Brad Evans breaks down what is so far shaping up to be a successful week for the Rave Green. First, Evans recaps the Sounders draw at Minnesota and massive road win at Austin FC, breaking down Stefan Frei's expert goalkeeping, Jordan Morris's success at the 9, and Nico Lodeiro's stellar service in both road matches. Then: a big one to preview, as the Portland Timbers visit Lumen Field this Saturday for a 7:30pm rivalry match you won't want to miss. Tickets are still...

We have an inspirational edition of Side X Side this week as Brad Evans interviews long time Rave Foundation partner, Thach Nguyen. Get to know more about the man who came from nothing in Vietnam to donating millions of dollars to Rave Foundation's 26 by 2026 initiative through his local real estate career. Tune in for words of wisdom, behind the scenes of how he flips houses, and why he chose Rave. As always, like, subscribe, and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Also, follow Thach to...

Welcome back to Side X Side, co-hosted by Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans! Coming off a disappointing Leagues Cup run and entering a three week break until MLS, Brad and Steve reflect on the Rave Green's performance and how the team can finish strong still sitting in fourth place in the West. The guys talk Women's World Cup, Messi in Miami, and answer some of YOUR questions! As always, like, subscribe, listen wherever you get your podcasts, and let us know what YOU want to hear Brad and Steve...

Sounders Chief Soccer Officer and General Manager, Craig Waibel, joins co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans for this special episode of Side X Side. Some big topics are tackled as the former players discuss the upcoming Leagues Cup, player contracts, and the impact David Beckham and Lionel Messi have had on MLS. Listen, review, subscribe, and let us know who else you want to hear on the pod! Craig Waibel joins the pod! (0:33) Craig on this season (1:45) Who must step up to get more wins?...

Following a much-anticipated win at home vs Houston Dynamo, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss the players that stepped up to help secure three points on this week’s episode of Side x Side. With the Rave Green’s next match at Vancouver this weekend, Steve and Brad dive into the Cascadia rivalry from the USL days to today’s surprisingly friendly fans up north. Tune in for a special Season Ticket Holder announcement for next week’s home game on July 15th vs FC Dallas. Listen, review,...

Another clean sheet to recap on this episode of Side x Side, as the Sounders drew Orlando City 0-0 on the weekend. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss another stout defensive performance from the Sounders, and breakdown some of the offensive struggles. The Rave Green return to Lumen Field on Saturday to play the 4th place Houston Dynamo, before hitting the road against Vancouver on July 8th and San Jose July 12th. Listen, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 

Welcome back to another episode of Side x Side with co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans. On this 166th edition of the pod, Zak and Brad recap a disappointing midweek loss at LAFC, and delve into the Rave Green's current struggles. Luckily, lots to look forward to this weekend, as Sounders host Orlando City on June 24th for this season's annual Pride Match. Visit https://www.soundersfc.com/matchday/know-before-you-go to learn more about the awesome Pride-centric activations, and tickets are...

On this episode of Side x Side, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap Raul's big two-goal performance vs Charlotte FC from over the weekend, and look ahead to an exciting rivalry match vs Western Conference foe LAFC. Brad also discusses competing in the first-ever TST, aka The Soccer Tournament, and explains why it was one of the best experiences he's ever had on a soccer pitch. Then, onto big MLS news, as our hosts discuss the epic signing of Lionel Messi to Miami FC. As always,...

A big weekend for both the Seattle Sounders and OL Reign, as both squads take the field at Lumen Field against their respective rival sides from Portland. Steve Zakuani is joined by the legend herself, Seattle Reign's very own Lauren Barnes, to preview the double-header and discuss her incredible career. Sounders take on Portland Timbers on Saturday at 1:30pm, while the Reign follow with their own rivalry bout against the Portland Thorns at 5:00pm. Don't miss either match!