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.