Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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What's Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast about?

U.S. Soccer legend Alexi Lalas discusses the biggest stories in the world of soccer. Join Alexi and soccer guru David Mosse, as they break down the USMNT, USWNT, MLS, Premier League, World Cup & everything in between.

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Alexi and Mosse open the show discussing Thierry Henry stepping down as C.F. Montreal head coach (12: 40). The guys then talk new U.S. Soccer V.P., Key dates for USMNT in 2021 (29: 40), and the 2030 goals set for ...

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast episodes:

03.02.2021 U.S. Soccer sets 2030 goals, Does Ronaldo fit at Juventus? & more. Alexi and Mosse open the show discussing Thierry Henry stepping down as C.F. Montreal head coach (12: 40). The guys then talk new U.S. Soccer V.P., Key dates for USMNT in 2021 (29: 40), and the 2030 goals set for ...
02.23.2021 Mbappe vs. Haaland, Moneyball in MLS, + more Alexi and Mosse open the show assessing USWNT’s first two games in the She Believes Cup (7:00). The guys then discuss the signing of 15-year-old prodigy Alex Alcala to the Los Angeles Galaxy (19:30) and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC going ...
02.16.2021 USWNT She Believes Cup Breakdown with guest Aly Wagner + more Alexi and Mosse open the show with guest Aly Wagner and discuss her beloved Tottenham Spurs’ struggle and breakdown USWNT in the She Believes Cup (5:56). The guys then discuss the signing of Brazilian veteran Alexandre Pato with Orlando City ...
02.09.2021 The Greatest U.S. Soccer Player in History & more Alexi and Mosse open the show with thoughts on the U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame, the MLS CBA deal, and CONCACAF Champions League changes (11:23). Then, the guys discuss the Man City vs. Liverpool game, go over Jurgen Klopp’s issues, ...
02.05.2021 The New CONCACAF Champions League Format \| Interview with CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani Alexi Lalas and CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani discuss the revamped CONCACAF Champions League which, starting in 2023, will include a regionalized group stage in the fall before knockout stage in the spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
02.02.2021 USA vs. Trinidad & Tobago breakdown with guest Stu Holden, Leo Messi’s contract drama + more Alexi Lalas, David Mosse and Stu Holden react to USMTN’s dominant performance vs. Trinidad & Tobago and discuss a potential lockout in the MLS (04:50). Then, the guys break down Leo Messi’s contract leak, the La Liga standings, the Premier ...
01.26.2021 USMNT roster breakdown vs. Trinidad & Tobago, Weston McKennie loved at Juventus, & Frank Lampard feeling Chelsea blues Alexi and Mosse open the show with reactions to the MLS Draft (08:42). Then, the guys discuss USMNT’s roster vs. Trinidad and Tobago (21:20), Catarina Macario makes her presence known with USWNT, Frank Lampard fired at Chelsea, his potential replacement, ...
01.20.2021 Jordan Morris to England, Messi Sees Red, No More Impact in Montreal, USWNT Doesn’t Miss a Beat, & An Homage to Wayne Rooney Alexi and Mosse open the show with news of Jordan Morris loan to Swansea City (10:42). Then, they discuss Phil Neville’s hire at Inter Miami CF (18:15), Montreal’s new name & logo, USWNT’s game against Colombia, and Messi’s first-career red ...
01.13.2021 Matthew Hoppe’s hat trick, Phil Neville to INTER MIAMI, MLS Negotiations, Erling Haaland’s Bundesliga dominance and Christian Pulisic at Chelse Alexi and Mosse open the show with Phil Neville’s potential hire at David Beckham’s INTER MIAMI, the most recent MLS Labor negotiations, and discuss Grant Wahl’s Freddy Adu podcast (6:26). Then, the guys shift focus to Europe (40:06), with Matthew ...
01.04.2021 Messi to MLS, David Beckham’s ownership, American Players off to Europe, Pulisic’s performance, is Pele the GOAT? Alexi and Mosse open the show with all things Messi’s desire to play in the MLS (07:05), including a possible link up with David Beckham at Miami FC. Then, the guys discuss American players moving to Europe (23:00), grade Christian ...
12.22.2020 Zlatan Ibrahimović's Best Goal in MLS History, Manchester United Title Chances, EURO Super League, FIFA FIFPRO Men’s best 11 and CONCACAF Champions League Alexi and Mosse open the show with all things CONCACAF Champions thriller between LAFC and America (6:20), including the final. Then, the guys shift focus to Europe (25:30), and discuss whether Manchester United is a contender or pretender, Jose Mourinho ...
12.15.2020 Columbus Crew MLS Champs, UCL Round of 16 Draw Matchups, Arsenal skid, Messi on cusp of Pele record, Ronaldo/Zlatan leading scorers in Serie A Alexi and Mosse open the show with all things MLS Cup (5:20), including reaction to Columbus Crew being crowned champs, Then, the guys shift focus to Europe (30:10), with the Champions League Round of 16 Draw, Hot title races, Ronaldo ...
12.09.2020 MLS Cup, Spurs, Pogba/United drama, Pulisic/McKennie/Reyna, Messi to PSG? Alexi and Mosse open the show with all things MLS Cup (6:50), including the Seattle Sounders and Columbus Crew’s roads to the Final. Then, the guys shift focus to Europe (37:10), with the Mourinho effect, a banner day for Americans ...
12.01.2020 Maradona tribute, MLS playoffs, Cavani/Man U, Champions League, USWNT Alexi and Mosse open the show with their memories of the late Diego Maradona (1:44). After that, they dive in on the latest from the MLS Playoffs (24:15). Then, the guys shift focus to Europe (44:34), with Klopp’s anger, Cavani’s ...
11.24.2020 Playoff drama, EPL, Messi’s future, Zlatan vs. Haaland, FIFA rankings Alexi and Mosse break down all the MLS playoff action (09:34), including the wild penalty shootouts. Then, the guys look across the pond toward Europe (43:24), with some interesting EPL results, Erling Haaland’s growing legend and Messi’s future discussed. Also, ...
11.18.2020 USMNT in action, 2022 vs. 2026 World Cup, MLS playoffs, European roundup Alexi and Mosse go in-depth on the USMNT’s recent action (06:00), including ideal starting XIs and prioritizing World Cups. Then, the guys explore the matches in Europe, including the UEFA Nations League (37:23) and World Cup qualifying (47:50). Also, the ...
11.10.2020 MLS Playoffs, UCL groups, Klassiker, USMNT’s friendlies, biggest floppers Alexi and Mosse sift through Decision Day’s fallout (07:26) and preview the early playoff rounds (17:00). Then, the guys dive in on everything in Europe, including the midway point of the Champions League group stage (33:30) and the EPL standings ...
11.03.2020 MLS Decision Day, Galaxy’s next coach, Man U, Barcelona, UCL, USMNT vs. El Tri Alexi and Mosse break down Decision Day in Major League Soccer (06:10) and candidates for the LA Galaxy’s coaching vacancy (25:30). Then, the guys unpack dive in on everything in Europe, including the Champions League (42:05) and Premier League. Also, ...
10.27.2020 USMNT in UCL, El Clasico, El Trafico, Zlatan/Messi/Ronaldo, Angel City FC Alexi and Mosse dive in on Americans playing the Champions League (06:02) as well as other big European action, such as El Clasico (26:17). Then, the guys unpack El Trafico and the playoff race in MLS (38:27). Also, Messi vs. ...
10.20.2020 EPL latest, derby dramas, Supporters’ Shield, UCL, World Cup 2023? Alexi and Mosse round up the latest European action, including Christian Pulisic in the EPL (09:12) and Sergino Dest at Barcelona (28:45). Then, the guys address a brewing controversy in Major League Soccer (36:38). Also, the world’s best derbies, the ...
10.13.2020 Nations League, World Cup qualifying, El Tri/USMNT, MLS, EPL’s future Alexi and Mosse survey the international break’s biggest games (09:30) and compare El Tri and the USMNT (22:50). Then, the guys look at the end of the Ben Olsen era and Major League Soccer’s playoff race (33:30). Also, big plans ...
10.06.2020 Dest/Richards/Reyna, EPL upsets, sell Chicharito?, transfers, UCL draw Alexi and Mosse take stock of some American milestones in Europe, including Sergino Dest’s Barcelona debut (08:10) and Gio Reyna’s hat-trick of assists (15:20). Also on the docket: some major EPL results (23:15) and Eden Hazard’s latest issue at Real ...
09.30.2020 Americans in Europe, EPL, Luis Suarez, Dest, VAR, Gold Cup draw Alexi and Mosse assess Zack Steffen’s debut with Man City (09:20) and explore some other big storylines around Europe, including Luis Suarez parting ways with Barcelona (28:50). Then, the guys take a spin around the transfer rumor mill (42:00). Also, ...
09.22.2020 McKennie at Juve, Gio Reyna, Liverpool/Chelsea, Bale’s return, Pulisic Alexi and Mosse take stock of Weston McKennie’s debut with Juventus (10:24) and touch on some other major Americans in Europe, including Gio Reyna at Dortmund (19:40). Then, the guys unpack Liverpool’s win against Chelsea (32:42) and Gareth Bale returning ...
09.15.2020 EPL openers, Chicharito, Higuain/Miami, Neymar scuffle, de la Fuente, NSWL Alexi and Mosse take a spin around the EPL’s opening matches (08:23) and touch on some high profile coaches in Marcelo Bielsa, Jurgen Klopp and Jose Mourinho. Then, the guys give an update on Chicharito and the LA Galaxy (39:53) ...
09.08.2020 Messi vs. Barca, EPL's return/Top 4, LA Galaxy, Pity Martinez, USMNT Alexi and Mosse unpack the latest in the the Lionel Messi saga, including what’s next (7:58) and if some hypothetical player exchanges for the Barcelona legend (20:39). Then, the guys gear up for the Premier League’s return (27:03) and give ...
09.01.2020 Messi saga, LAFC/ATL United, McKennie to Juve, USMNT’s talent pool Alexi and Mosse dive in on the Lionel Messi saga, including where things went wrong with Barcelona (06:30) and if Messi could make an appearance in Major League Soccer down the road. Then, the guys discuss a busy week of ...
08.25.2020 Bayern beat PSG, Neymar, Davies, USMNT qualifying, El Trafico, USWNT exodus Alexi and Mosse unpack Bayern’s win against PSG in the Champions League final, including Neymar’s disappointing outing (06:25) and an unforgettable moment for Alphonso Davies (23:08). Then, the guys discuss Concacaf’s World Cup qualifying draw and what it means for ...
08.17.2020 Neymar/PSG, Tyler Adams, Bayern crush Barca, City/Lyon, McKennie to EPL? Alexi and Mosse break down the Champions League quarterfinals, starting with Neymar’s performance for PSG vs. Atalanta (7:25). Then, the guys discuss Tyler Adams’ game-winner (21:30), Bayern’s destruction of Barcelona (34:32) and Man City’s stumble against Lyon (49:07). Also, the ...
08.11.2020 MLS updates, Champions League, salary caps, Jadon Sancho, Chicharito Alexi and Mosse preview the MLS is Back tournament final (05:22) and the league’s decision to return to home markets. Then, the guys discuss a whirlwind weekend for Cristiano Ronaldo’s Juventus (35:40) and the Champions League quarterfinals (52:40). Also, salary ...
08.04.2020 MLS tourney, Pulisic injury, Jimenez’s future, Champions League returns Alexi and Mosse break down the latest from the MLS is Back tournament (07:25), including LAFC’s exit and a preview of the semifinals. Then, the guys discuss Christian Pulisic’s FA Cup injury (40:30) and the return of the Champions League ...
07.29.2020 LAFC, NWSL, World Cup qualifying, Pulisic, EPL season, Mbappe injury Alexi and Mosse dive in on the MLS is Back knockout rounds (07:09), including Diego Rossi’s impact with LAFC. Then, the guys break down NWSL’s Challenge Cup (32:08), a new World Cup qualifying format for CONCACAF, (35:44), the EPL’s season-ender ...
07.21.2020 El Tráfico, EPL top 4, Real vs. Barca, Leeds, Ballon d’Or, James to MLS? Alexi and Mosse touch on the MLS is Back tournament (06:14), including LAFC’s blowout against rival LA Galaxy. Then, the guys break down the latest in Europe, including the gulf between Real Madrid and Barcelona (30:49), the Top 4 race ...
07.14.2020 MLS, Chicharito, Man City's escape, Sargent, Mbappe vs. Haaland Alexi and Mosse give their first impressions of the MLS is Back tournament (3:50), including what it's like to return to the FOX studios. Then, the guys unpack the major ramifications of Man City's successful appeal against their Champions League ...
07.07.2020 MLS is Back, Mou vs. VAR, Man U hype, Americans in EPL, Sane to Bayern Alexi and Mosse preview the MLS is Back tournament (6:42), including Carlos Vela’s decision to opt out of participating. Then, the guys take stock of Jose Mourinho’s latest rant about VAR (29:20), the excitement bubbling around Man United (38:14) and ...
06.30.2020 Liverpool/Klopp, Pulisic at Chelsea, Barca woes, NWSL, Balotelli to MLS? Alexi and Mosse unpack Liverpool finally clinching the Premier League title (5:03) and also take stock of Christian Pulisic showing out with Chelsea (13:17). Then, the guys look at uncertainty with Messi's Barcelona (26:57) and celebrate the NWSL's return along ...
06.22.2020 EPL, Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, NWSL, Chucky Lozano drama Alexi and Mosse dive right in on the return of the Premier League (6:01) and how it measures up against other league returns to open the show. Then, the guys also look at an impressive performance from Christian Pulisic (20:47), ...
06.15.2020 MLS tourney, EPL's return, Haaland, La Liga, Werner/Pulisic Alexi and Mosse start the show with a quick chat about local cuisine before diving in on the "MLS is Back" tournament details (5:29). Then, the guys look across the Atlantic to La Liga action (18:17), Erling Haaland's rise (22:59) ...
06.08.2020 Messi/La Liga’s return, salary caps, MLS in EPL, top athletes in soccer Alexi and Mosse kick off the show with their latest binge-worthy entertainment options. Then, the guys set the stage for La Liga's return (6:56), Antoine Griezmann's MLS flirtation (16:06) and how other leagues are preparing to return (18:33). Also, a ...
06.01.2020 MLS plan, EPL/La Liga/Serie A, 'arrogant' USMNT, Salah vs. Mane Alexi and Mosse open the show with a brief discussion of their most recent entertainment options. Then, the guys take stock of Major League Soccer's return-to-play plan (12:13) and some of Europe's top-flight leagues, such as the Premier League and ...
05.25.2020 Bundesliga/EPL/La Liga/MLS, Man Utd, M.J. of soccer, 'The Last Dance' Alexi and Mosse start the show with a quick chat about their latest entertainment choices. Then, improvements to the Bundesliga TV product (5:21), what the results mean to the title race (11:23) and news of other leagues making strides to ...
05.18.2020 Soccer’s return, Dortmund/Schalke, Reyna, Davies, Jordan’s ‘Dream Team’ Alexi and Mosse kick off the show with a quick chat about '80s rock 'n' roll. Then, the Bundesliga's return to action is discussed (6:13), along with which teams looked most prepared coming out of the hiatus (17:20) and how ...
05.10.2020 Bundesliga, USMNT, Donovan vs. Klinsmann, soccer Mecca in U.S. Alexi and Mosse chat about how they've been keeping busy during quarantine, including watching a "Galaxy Quest" documentary, to kick off the show. Then, the big news of the Bundesliga's return is discussed (7:34), along with what it means for ...
05.04.2020 USWNT/USSF, Bale to MLS?, Newcastle United, Ligue 1 status Alexi and Mosse break down the latest development in the USWNT's equal pay lawsuit to kick off the show (5:22). Then, Gareth Bale's link to an MLS move, Newcastle United's new ownership and specialization in sports are looked in #AskAlexi ...
04.27.2020 Europe updates, all-time coed U.S. national teams, World Cup anthems Alexi and Mosse break down the ramifications of the Eredivisie declaring the current season void to kick off the show (7:53). Then, a Donovan/Dempsey/McBride debate, Arsene Wenger's legacy and the best World Cup anthems are looked in #AskAlexi (22:25). Finally, ...
04.21.2020 USSF Development Academy, pro/rel, Weah/Drogba/Eto'o, global draft Alexi and Mosse break down U.S. Soccer's decision to shutter the Development Academy to kick off the show (4:47). Then, a pause on promotion/relegation in Liga MX, Africa's all-time best players and reverence for Pele and Ayrton Senna are looked ...
04.13.2020 Bundesliga latest, USMNT/Brazil, esports, Zidane vs. Platini, all-time favorites Alexi and Mosse look at the Bundesliga taking steps to return to action at the start of the show (4:22). Then, defining matches for the USMNT and Brazil, players that remind Alexi of himself and the influence of esports are ...
04.06.2020 Brazilian Ronaldo, USMNT upsets, trash talk, best stadiums Alexi and Mosse look at the impact of injuries on careers, like Ronaldo Nazario's, to start off the show (10:11). Then, famous USMNT upsets, the Olympics and the best trash-talkers are looked in #AskAlexi (30:57). Finally, the guys list the ...
03.30.2020 Olympics postponed, Blanco vs. Vela, best USMNT, influential players Alexi and Mosse chat changes for U.S. Soccer, both off and on the field with a new CEO at the helm and the rescheduling of the Olympics (5:40). Then, Cuauhtemoc Blanco vs. Carlos Vela, the 2002 USMNT vs. 2020 USMNT ...
03.23.2020 Soccer calendar, Messi/Brady parallel, 'The Beckham Effect,' sports movies Alexi and Mosse take stock of the major changes to the soccer calendar as a result of the coronavirus pandemic (2:53). Also, the guys draw a parallel between Tom Brady and Lionel Messi (18:48) following the QB’s decision to leave ...

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