Seattle Sounders FC

Sounders FC Pod-Cast returns with a must-listen episode as hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans sit down with Seattle Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer for a wide-ranging, candid conversation. Schmetzer takes listeners behind the scenes of last season’s Club World Cup and Leagues Cup, sharing stories and insights you won’t hear anywhere else. He opens up about his coaching journey — from his early days as an assistant to leading the Sounders from the top — and dives into the intense competiti...

Hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans bring you a special Behind the Shield edition of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, featuring powerful stories of impact both on and off the pitch. First, they sit down with Dr. Ty Jones, Medical Director at Regence, who was honored as a Community Hero at a Sounders match last season for his dedication to serving public employees and their families. Then, Sounders midfielder Paul Arriola joins the show to reflect on his road back from the ACL injury he suffered last ...

This week on the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, host Brad Evans is joined by Sounders FC Director of Broadcasting Keely Dunning for a quick but insightful recap of the Sounders’ dramatic playoff exit against Minnesota United. Seattle fell in penalties after a wild 3–3 draw in regulation, and Keely brings her firsthand perspective from the sideline—sharing what she saw, heard, and felt during one of the most intense matches of the season. Later in the episode, host Steve Zakuani sits down with Pa...

Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani are back — with Steve calling in from sunny Hawaii — to break down the Sounders’ first two matches of their Round 1 playoff series against Minnesota United. The guys dig into what they’ve seen so far in terms of style of play, how the 4-2 home win proved Seattle can crack open even the most frustrating defensive setups, and what it means to see Jordan Morris and Danny Musovski starting side by side up front. Tune in to watch on Apple TV, or catch th...

In this special episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, Brad Evans sits down with rising Sounders star Kalani Kossa-Rienzi. The two dive into Kalani’s journey from his standout career at the University of Washington to being drafted by the Sounders, his steady progression onto the first team, and the powerful role his family and friends play in his success. Plus, Steve Zakuani speaks with Kelly Hipchen, Chief of Staff at Darigold and this week’s Regence BlueShield Community Hero. Kelly was recog...

The Sounders are playoff-bound! Brad and Steve relive the thrilling Decision Day win over NYCFC and break down how the squad is shaping up for the postseason. They dive into the team’s place in the playoff bracket and preview the first-round showdown with Minnesota United. Plus, don’t miss a special guest appearance from Patrick D’Amelio, CEO of FareStart, as he joins the show to talk about FareStart’s incredible community impact and partnership with the Sounders. Watch on: Apple TV, FS1 &...

Welcome back for a quick-hitter from Zak and Brad, just ahead of the Sounder's rescheduled home match against Real Salt Lake. The guys preview that one, go through the limited list of players available and try and predict how the team will line up at Lumen. Some major retirement announcements to discuss as well, including Steve's old Akron friend and MLS star Darlington Nagbe. For fans attending the October 11th match, head over to Olympic Hall for a live podcast experience with both Brad Eva...

It’s rivalry week, and there’s no bigger stage than Seattle vs Portland. Zakuani and Evans preview Saturday night’s clash with the Timbers (7:30p PT – Apple TV/MLS Season Pass, 950 KJR AM, SiriusXM FC 157, El Rey 1360 AM). The guys break down Cristian Roldan’s USMNT call-up and what might be his best season yet, plus a look at the razor-thin Western Conference playoff race — could LAFC or Minnesota be waiting in Round 1? And speaking of LAFC… they’re heating up at just the wrong time fo...

On this episode of Behind the Shield, Georgi Minoungou and Sabra Bryant join Brad Evans to discuss their journeys and work in the community. Georgi gives the full story on how he ended up on the Sounders, recovering and adjusting to a medical issue affecting his eye, and how he's been able to overcome what many would have considered an insurmountable obstacle. Sabra Bryant helps lead Regence BlueShield teams that deliver exceptional health care experiences for Medicare members. He...

In this edition of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani took the stage at Arena Sports Mill Creek on Tuesday, September 16th to connect directly with fans. The event featured an open Q&A session where supporters brought their questions straight to the duo. Back in studio, Brad and Steve dive into several key topics shaping the soccer landscape right now: how the MLS standings are developing, what lies ahead in the remainder of the Sounders’ regular season, and thei...

In this week’s episode, Steve and Brad set the stage for a pivotal stretch in the Sounders’ season. They preview Saturday’s home clash against LA Galaxy and look ahead to next Tuesday’s showdown at Inter Miami, breaking down the key matchups and what’s at stake in this final stretch of the regular season. With the Western Conference standings tightening, the hosts dive into where the Sounders could – and should – finish as the postseason approaches. The episode also features an in-depth inter...

In this episode, Steve and Brad relive the unforgettable night at Lumen Field, where the Sounders lifted the Leagues Cup trophy with a commanding 3-0 victory over Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. They break down the performance, the key moments, and why the electric atmosphere might have been the best in stadium history. Following the match recap, the hosts sit down with Osaze De Rosario for an in-depth conversation. The young striker opens up about his unique playing style, his path to Ma...

Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani return to the mic for another episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast. Fresh off a thrilling win in the Leagues Cup, the duo break down Seattle's PK victory over Club Puebla and what it means for the team moving forward. Looking ahead, Brad and Steve preview the upcoming MLS clash against Sporting Kansas City this Sunday and share their early thoughts on a massive Leagues Cup semifinal showdown against LA Galaxy on August 27. The co-hosts discuss why Head ...

In this episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, host Brad Evans recaps a resounding 4-0 victory over the LA Galaxy, highlighting a dominant performance that vaulted the Rave Green into 4th place in the Western Conference standings—just behind Minnesota United, whom the Sounders face this Saturday. Evans takes a deep dive into all four goals from the match, including a clinical brace from red-hot forward Danny Musovski, who’s enjoying his finest season in Major League Soccer to date. Joining the ...

Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are back on the mic to break down a commanding performance from the Seattle Sounders in the opening round of this year’s Leagues Cup. The Rave Green punched their ticket to the knockout rounds with a 2-1 win over Liga MX side Club Tijuana on Wednesday night — capping off a perfect group stage run with three wins from three and a flawless nine-point tally. Zak and Brad dive into the big-picture implications of these results: Has the gap between MLS and Liga MX fina...

Throughout the season, Change Champions will share stories of neighborhood impact. Together, Boeing and Seattle Sounders FC will help shine a light on local organizations that strengthen the communities where our employees and fans live and work. This episode's guest is Jeanice Hardy, Chief Officer of Programs at YWCA Seattle. Hardy joined YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish in 1998 as an Employment Counselor and was promoted to Program Director within six months. She advanced to Regi...

Another special guest joins the podcast this week: Sounders midfielder Albert Rusnak sits down with Zak and Brad to breakdown his football career from the Dutch league to RSL and now as a Sounder. The four-year Sounders No. 11 also gives more insight into the club's performance in the Club World Cup, and reveals which all-time Sounder great he wishes he had played with. Then, the guys give a quick preview on Saturday's upcoming road match vs Atlanta United and give some of their thoughts on t...

Each Behind the Shield Community Hero is honored for their dedication to improving the health and wellness of their community. Brittany Blue will be featured on the Sounders website and was honored recently at a Sounders FC home match and met her Behind the Shield player, forward Pedro de la Vega, after the game. Brittany is Chief Marketing and Philanthropy Officer at Sound Generations, where she has dedicated more than 16 years to building relationships and community connections to ens...

Brad and Steve are back this week as the Sounders return to MLS play following a solid showing in the Club World Cup. Our hosts recap a 1-1 draw to Columbus Crew, and discuss the current battles for starting spots in what may be the deepest roster in recent Sounders history. Alex Roldan joins the pod after stepping up in recent games at center back, and talks his experience learning to be versatile as well as his ability to play multiple positions. He also gives a quick play-by-play of ...

The Sounders FC Pod-Cast is back, in this special live podcast recorded from Arena Sports Mill Creek. Brad and Steve recap an exciting Club World Cup performance by the Seattle Sounders, and give their flowers to top performers Cristian Roldan and Obed Vargas. With the Sounders' CWC journey officially over, our hosts preview the team's upcoming MLS action, starting with a home match Saturday vs Austin FC at Lumen Field. For more info on Arena Sports Mill Creek, check out their web site:...

On this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, host Steve Zakuani recaps what could be shaping up to be a nine-point week for the Seattle Sounders. First, a solid win over FC Dallas last weekend, followed by a grind-it-out victory over San Diego FC on Wednesday, which saw Jesus Ferreira open his scoring bank account for the first time in a Rave Green jersey. The schedule doesn't get easier: Steve looks ahead to a tough home matchup against third-place Minnesota United (kickoff 3pm on Sun...

On this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani recap a 4-point road trip that took the Rave Green to Houston, LAFC and Portland. They discuss the busy home schedule ahead, starting with Saturday afternoon's matchup against FC Dallas, then San Diego FC on the 28th and Minnesota to open up June. Brad and Zak go through lineup options, breakdown the team's set piece success this season, and discuss how MLS has transformed into a more attacking-focused l...

It's Portland Timbers week! Time for the Rave Green to head down to the Rose City to face the team's biggest rival, the Portland Timbers. Host Steve Zakuani does a quick recap of the midweek match at LAFC, then it's on to a preview of the PNW Derby. Broadcast Info: Apple TV+ / Apple TV - MLS Season Pass / FS1 / FOX Deportes / 93.3 KJR FM / 1360 El Rey (Spanish). Got questions for Brad and Steve? Call ‪(860) 415-3710‬ to leave your voicemail, and to be a part of the show.

This week's episode is a continuation of last season's Behind the Shield series. Michelle McDaniel, CEO of Crisis Connections, is being honored as a Community Hero as part of the Behind the Shield series, a partnership between Regence BlueShield and Sounders FC. The content series, profiling both Sounders players and community leaders, celebrates humans showing extraordinary grit and determination in their everyday lives. Obed Vargas is this edition's featured player, and also jo...

On this week's episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani recap one of the team's best results of the season, a 3-0 home victory against Nashville SC. Brad then sits down with Champion of Change Alondra Gonzalez, youth organizer for Para Los Ninos, whose mission is "to support the success of the Latin American community by building leadership skills, celebrating diversity, promoting art expression, and cultivating lifelong curiosity" (info here). Together, Boei...

Brad Evans is back for another episode of the Sounders FC Pod-Cast, alongside Jackson Felts, and finally a road victory to recap after the Rave Green defeated FC Dallas 1-0 on the weekend. Sounders stars are also on the mend, with Pedro De La Vega making his return at Dallas and Jordan Morris back in full training. The boys face a tough opponent this Saturday in visiting Nashville SC; kickoff for this one at 4:30pm PT from Lumen Field. Got questions for Brad? Call ‪(860) 415-3710‬ to l...

Brad Evans and Jackson Felts return this week to recap a disappointing road loss to new expansion club San Diego FC. The road swing ends after the weekend when Sounders take on FC Dallas in Frisco, Texas in a matchup between new SFC signing Jesus Ferreira and his former team. Then, a fun game of Over / Under and a preview of the weekend's matchup before signing off. Tune in for Sounders soccer on Saturday: MLS Season Pass / 950 KJR AM / 1360 El Rey AM.

On this week's episode, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap a 0-0 draw to the Houston Dynamo at Lumen Field, before quickly turning the page and to preview Saturday's road match against the San Jose Earthquakes, a team that has been a thorn in the side of the Sounders for the past few seasons. Then, the guys are joined by longtime Sounders broadcaster Michelle Ludtka, who shares her memories covering the team and discusses her new role at FOX 13. Got questions for Brad and Steve...

On this episode of the Sounders FC PodCast, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are joined by longtime Sounders reporter and current host of KJR's Pre / Half / Post shows, Jackson Felts. The guys do a quick look-back and discuss the 1-0 loss at St. Louis, but quickly shift to this weekend's home match against Houston Dynamo. This is a special one: Sounders legend Nicolas Lodeiro will be making his first return to Lumen Field since moving on from the Sounders at the end of the 2023 season.&n...

On this week's episode of the Sounders FC PodCast, co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap a tale of two matches: first, a 5-2 rout of LAFC. This win was made extra special from a Jordan Morris goal in the 77th minute, solidifying Morris as the all-time leading scorer in Sounders FC history. The Rave Green followed with a hard-fought but disappointing exit from CONCACAF Champions Cup on Tuesday at Cruz Azul, and Brad and Zak break it all down. The Sounders next face St. Louis on the road ...

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.&nb...

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 g...

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 a...

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 pla...

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!

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...

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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...

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.

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 -...

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 emp...

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 activities p...

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 Portland, and...

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 ...