Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Alexi and Mosse discuss the MLS playoffs and measuring success in the State of the Union (3:28). Also, the FIFA Best awards are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:30). Then, MLS MVP criteria, Sergino Dest’s future and Alexi’s iconic long hair are looked at in Ask Alexi (31:20). Finally, Christian Pulisic’s frustrations, the Champions League and River vs. Boca in the Copa Libertadores semis headline The Back Three (40:44).

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Alexi and Mosse compare Christian Pulisic to Luke Skywalker in the State of the Union (3:38). Also, Real Madrid and Barcelona are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:04). Then, Jordan Morris, the National Soccer Hall of Fame and all-time favorite broadcast calls are looked at in Ask Alexi (26:50). Finally, Jesse March making history, Neymar's PSG future and the MLS playoff picture headline The Back Three (42:15).

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Alexi and Mosse examine the Chicago Fire's relocation and MLS stadiums in the State of the Union (3:21). Also, Lionel Messi's future after an outspoken interview is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:08). Then, Sargent vs. Zardes, the 2026 World Cup and Alexi's experience as a volunteer referee are looked at in Ask Alexi (26:31). Finally, Zlatan's goal record with the Galaxy, the Champions League group stage and a busy Premier League weekend headline The Back Three (37:32).

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Alexi and Mosse examine the USMNT after the loss to Mexico in the State of the Union (3:30). Also, China's plan for the national team is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (24:22). Then, increasing the number of refs, the USWNT's relationship with the NWSL and Alexi's favorite cities are looked at in Ask Alexi (39:18). Finally, England's growing potential, the MLS playoff race and Bayern vs. RB Leipzig headline The Back Three (52:47).

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Alexi and Mosse examine the most skillful American players in the State of the Union (3:19). Also, the Champions League group stage draw is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (16:04). Then, the MLS/USMNT relationship, Christian Pulisic vs. Landon Donovan and Alexi's favorite guitars are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:43). Finally, USMNT vs. Mexico, Carli Lloyd and the transfer window closing headline The Back Three (49:18).

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Alexi and Mosse examine Zlatan, Vela and the latest edition of El Trafico in the State of the Union (3:31). Also, a possible Copa Lib tie between Boca and River is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (23:08). Then, Neymar's future, Phoenix's MLS hopes and Alexi's favorite artists of the year are looked at in Ask Alexi (34:29). Finally, Chucky Lozano to Napoli, United's penalty-kick drama and Barca/Real headline The Back Three (46:43).

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Alexi and Mosse examine fan behavior in the State of the Union (2:58). Also, stars being stranded at big-money clubs is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (20:12). Then, Mesut Ozil rumors, dual nationals and Alexi finally finishing "Game of Thrones" are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:41). Finally, MLS expansion, early EPL reaction and a Bundesliga dark horse headline The Back Three (43:09).

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Alexi and Mosse examine Zlatan Ibrahimovic's latest comments about MLS in the State of the Union (3:13). Also, Christian Pulisic's start to life at Chelsea is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (19:36). Then, Mike Petke's dismissal, soccer's appeal and Die Hard vs. Lethal Weapon are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:08). Finally, MLS's relationship with fans, VAR in the EPL and a Bundesliga season preview headline The Back Three (45:06).

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Alexi and Mosse look at Alejandro Bedoya's on-field statement to Congress in the State of the Union (4:26). Also, Pep Guardiola's rivalry with Jurgen Klopp is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:42). Then, future USMNT strikers, replacements for Jill Ellis and Alexi's favorite Hall and Oates track are looked at in Ask Alexi (30:26). Finally, the Premier League's return, Wayne Rooney leaving D.C. United and an MLS doubleheader headline The Back Three (42:12).

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Alexi and Mosse look at the fallout from Zlatan Ibrahimovic's elbow against Mohamed El-Munir in the State of the Union (4:37). Also, Real Madrid's turbulent summer is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (19:55). Then, Zlatan vs. Vela, the 2022 USMNT squad and MLS's best stadiums are looked at in Ask Alexi. Finally, the MLS All-Star Game, Lukaku/Dybala and the Neymar saga headline The Back Three (40:33).

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