Sounders FC Pod-Cast With Brad and Zak

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Episode 95 Apr 22, 2021

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The Side x Side podcast is back for another episode, this time with a Sounders FC win to recap. Hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans discuss how the new-look backline fared vs Minnesota (1:52) and the adjustments made between the first half and 4-goal second half explosion (3:35). Brad and Zak debate their "Man of the Match" picks (7:29) before breaking down the unsung heroics of Cristian Roldan (9:48). Then, it's on to LAFC (13:47), who the Rave Green are set to face on April 24th at 3 pm PT. They discuss whether or not they think Yeimar will start vs the Black and Gold (18:52) and provide more insight into locker room dynamics before answering your questions (24:57).

Episode 94 Apr 15, 2021

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With the opening match of the season just on the horizon, hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are joined by Sounders FC play-by-play man Keith Costigan. Keith gives his debrief of the Sounders offseason (1:48) and scouts some of the younger guys on the roster (3:57). The guys (and girl) break down Friday's opponent Minnesota United (9:50), including Loons No. 10 Emanuel Reynoso. Keely Dunning asks the hosts to give their Sounders end-of-season superlative predictions (14:01) before wrapping the podcast up with a little game of "Two Truths and a Lie" (34:08).

Episode 93 Apr 08, 2021

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This week, Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans break down the first part of the schedule and how they see the first few games shaping up for Sounders FC (1:38), including April 16th's match vs Minnesota United (4:37). Head coach Brian Schmetzer joins the pod (13:31) and gives his two cents on how the 2020 season ended (19:18) as well as his views on how to coach younger, less experienced players (25:04). We wrap up this week's episode with your questions (42:33) and some quirky season predictions (52:41).

Episode 92 Apr 01, 2021

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Your two favorite former Sounders are back on the revamped "Side x Side" Sounders FC podcast! On this episode, Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans recap the Rave Green's 2020 MLS Cup loss at the hands... or feet... of Columbus Crew (2:31). Then, they're joined by new Sporting Director and Senior Vice President of Soccer Operations Craig Waibel to discuss his recent hiring and plans for the squad in 2021 and beyond (13:43). Brad and Zak wrap up the pod by answering your questions (31:11) and make some Sounders-centric over/under predictions (43:50).

Episode 91 Dec 10, 2020

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Winging It is back ahead of MLS Cup, with guest host Chad Marshall filling in for Steve Zakuani. Brad Evans catches up with his former Sounders AND Columbus Crew teammate, touching on the centerback's careers with both teams. Also, a big shout out to "Air Marshall" for cracking MLS's list of the top 25 greatest players. Sounders forward Will Bruin joins the pod to help preview Saturday's Cup Final, and give a few updates on the team side.

Episode 90 Dec 04, 2020

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On this week's episode, Sounders midfielder Cristian Roldan joins Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani to help preview on the squad's upcoming western conference clash vs Minnesota United. The hosts rewind back to Tuesday's big semifinal win against FC Dallas, and give their takes on what to watch for at Lumen Field in the conference final.

Episode 89 Nov 18, 2020

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On this edition of Winging It, hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani delve into a full preview of the Sounders first round playoff matchup against rival LAFC. Continuing on that theme, this week's guest is none other than LAFC assistant coach (and former Sounders FC assistant) Ante Razov to discuss the Black and Gold's up-and-down 2020 campaign. Last - and certainly not least - our hosts hand out end-of-season awards across MLS.

Episode 88 Nov 06, 2020

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This week, Brad and Steve welcome in guest-host Kasey Keller to talk through the Sounders last 6 games, what to expect for Decision Day, and how they are built for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. Then, the chat with the USMNT legend about his time abroad, who starstruck him the most, and a pitch invasion or three at Millwall.

Episode 87 Oct 24, 2020

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This week, Zak and Brad breakdown the late heroics from Will Bruin to keep the Sounders atop at tight Western Conference before talking about what needs to happen for Seattle to stay there. Then, defender Shane O'Neill drops in to talk about his journey to Seattle and why he's grown so much as a player this year.

Episode 86 Oct 14, 2020

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This week, Brad and Steve break down the loss to LAFC at the weekend, and preview the Jekyll and Hyde San Jose Earthquakes ahead. Then VP of Soccer and Sporting Director Chris Henderson drops in to chat about the state of the team, where he's looking to add next, and what brought Roman Torres and Brad Smith back to Seattle.

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