Former Seattle Sounders midfielder Steve Zakuani will host his third annual Steve Zakuani and Friends charity match on Sunday, July 2, from 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. PT at Starfire Sports in Tukwila. Tickets are available here and start at $25.
SoundersFC.com caught up with Zakuani to talk about his charity match, some of the notable athletes who will be featured this year and his dedication to providing scholarships to young athletes. Note: This Q&A has been edited and shortened for clarity.
Why did you want to start a charity match?