Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kicked off today’s show breaking down the CONCACAF Gold Cup draw. The U.S. Men’s National Team will face Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago, and Saudi Arabia in the group stage. The guys shared their power rankings and where they think the USMNT will stack up against the competition. This weekend abroad, Americans were scoring all over Europe. Christian Pulisic bagged his 10th assist of the season off a corner. Will he be able to transfer this service to the national team? Malik Tillman, Cameron Carter-Vickers, and Chris Richards all scored spectacular goals for respective clubs. Champions League quarterfinals also roll on this week, Real Madrid and Dortmund have big deficits to overcome. Back stateside, Brian White went off with four goals in Vancouver’s dominant performance. He became the Whitecaps first player in club history to record 50 regular season goals. (5:32) In #AskAlexi the duo answered questions on Noah Allen selecting to play for Greece over the United States, and MLS deferring its calendar change. Alexi recapped his visit to TCU’s Film, Television, and Digital Media department to wrap the show. (46:58) CONCACAF Gold Cup draw & power rankings (5:32) USMNT Abroad (16:53) Champions League preview (34:57) MLS recap: Brian White scores FOUR (41:49) #AskAlexi: MLS calendar change (46:58) One for the Road (56:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Mosse and special guest Doug McIntyre break down the U.S. Women’s National Team’s first loss to Brazil since 2014. Emma Hayes rolled out the squad’s youngest starting lineup in 26 years as she continues to prioritize progress and expanding the player pool over short-term success. Mauricio Pochettino on the other hand, has half the time to finalize World Cup rosters and far fewer wins with the national team. Is it Gold Cup title or bust for the USMNT and Pochettino? The USMNT coaching staff will continue their scouting tour and spend time with MLS players and teams ahead of the next window. To wrap the show, Mosse and Doug recap Messi’s heroics in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, and Declan Rice’s spectacular free kicks in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League.USWNT: Emma Hayes expands player pool (2:45)Mauricio Pochettino's MLS scouting tour (6:20)CONCACAF Champions Cup: Messi saves the day (14:57)UEFA Champions League (30:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap the U.S. Women’s international friendly against Brazil. The two teams faced off in a rematch of the Olympic gold medal match, Trinity Rodman and Lindsey Heaps led the way. On the men’s side, Christian Pulisic bagged an assist for AC Milan, while Yunus Musah got subbed off early following a crucial mistake. Jedi Robinson and Fulham shocked the Premier League title leaders earning a big win at Craven Cottage. Malik Tillman found his way back on the scoresheet for his club, along with Josh Sargent and Haji Wright. Diego Luna’s brace boosted Real Salt Lake to a win over the reigning MLS champions, ahead of the Galaxy’s quarterfinal match of the CONCACAF Champions Cup. (8:50) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse discuss Gio Reyna’s club situation, biggest global athletes, and 30 years of MLS. (44:54) USWNT vs Brazil (8:50) USMNT Abroad (13:32) UEFA Champions League Preview (26:38) Diego Luna shines for RSL & CONCACAF Champions Cup Preview (32:22) #AskAlexi: Biggest global athletes (44:54) One for the Road: 30 years of MLS (56:17) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse shared thoughts on Gianni Infantino’s appearance on The Herd, where he discussed the world’s view on American soccer, growth of the game, U.S. Soccer’s “golden era” and more. Following the USMNT’s uninspiring performance at the CONCACAF Nations League, many unanswered questions remained about the squad and Starting XI. The guys made a list of players they see breaking into the lineup come World Cup 2026. This weekend in Europe, Johnny Cardoso faces off against Lamine Yamal’s Barcelona. Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah take on Fiorentina at home, desperate for three points. Weston McKennie and Tim Weah match up against red hot Roma, unbeaten in Serie A through 2025. Antonee Robinson looks for a big victory over Liverpool on Sunday. Also this weekend stateside, the CONCACAF Champions Cup rolls on with LAFC and Inter Miami on FOX. (4:00) Alexi and Mosse answer questions on the idea of changing the penalty rule and Eurosnobs on USMNT. To wrap the podcast the guys break down Tyler Adams for pro/rel. (42:10) Dinner with Gianni Infantino (4:00) Players that can jump into USMNT Starting XI before WC (13:11) USMNT Abroad (26:00) MLS Preview/CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap (37:25) #AskAlexi (42:10) One for the Road: Tyler Adams for pro/rel (49:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap USMNT’s weekend abroad after returning from national duty in CONCACAF Nations League. AC Milan’s struggles continued with a loss to Napoli and Santi Jimenez’s crucial missed penalty. Why was Christian Pulisic passed over for the responsibility? Weston McKennie and Tim Weah bagged their first win under new head coach Igor Tudor. Chris Richards’ side advanced to the FA Cup semifinals over Antonee Robinson and Fulham. They will take on Aston Villa next. Josh Sargent, Brenden Aaronson, and Johnny Cardoso all delivered big goals for their squads. Who will be the one to step up and transfer performances to the USMNT? Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman also made their returns to league action for their respective clubs. (8:50) The guys dive into USMNT penalty taker power rankings, Bayern’s potential legal action against Canada, and Alexi’s trip to Park City, Utah to wrap the show. USMNT Abroad (8:50) MLS Recap: Messi scores & Vermes sacked (21:36) #AskAlexi: USMNT penalty taker power rankings (35:10) One for the Road (47:09) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse sit down to share final thoughts on the USMNT’s lackluster weekend at the CONCACAF Nations League, and the importance of Sergiño Dest and Antonee Robinson being available for the national team this summer at Gold Cup. Also during this international window, Argentina handed Brazil their worst World Cup qualifying loss ever. France, Spain, Germany, and Portugal all advanced to the UEFA Nations League semis. Our Americans look to get back in club action in Europe. Weston McKennie and Tim Weah face Genoa under new management, Antonee Robinson and Chris Richards go head-to-head in the FA Cup quarterfinals. On the women’s side, Emma Hayes announced the USWNT roster for their upcoming matches against Brazil. (7:49) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse discuss USMNT’s second best guy behind Pulisic, USL promotion/relegation, and give an ode to the late Hank Steinbrecher. (50:32) Final thoughts on USMNT Nations League failure (7:49) Brazil handed worst WCQ loss (27:18) UEFA Nations League semis are set (32:12) USMNT Abroad Preview (39:43) #AskAlexi: USL pro/rel (50:32) One for the Road: Ode to Hank Steinbrecher (59:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas, David Mosse and Stu Holden broke down the USMNT’s second loss in the 2025 CONCACAF Nations League. Mauricio Pochettino revamped the USMNT starting XI in the 3rd-place match against Canada, but it was not enough to secure the win. Their only goal came from Patrick Agyemang in the first half, assisted by Diego Luna. After losing the Nations League for the first time, the guys discussed the importance of the USMNT’s performance at the CONCACAF Gold Cup this summer. As it will be the squad and Pochettino’s sole tournament opportunity before the 2026 World Cup. (4:46) USMNT Nations League failure (0:00) Gold Cup importance (12:04) Starting XI predictions for Gold Cup (30:59) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, Stu Holden and John Strong recap the U.S. Men's National Team’s shocking 1-0 loss to Panama live from SoFi Stadium. Panama’s Cecilio Waterman scored the winner at the death to advance Los Canaleros to the CONCACAF Nations League Finals. The USMNT has now been eliminated by Panama in three-straight major tournaments including the 2024 Copa America and 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The guys discussed what this result means for the future and how expectations may have to shift after multiple disappointing losses. Is the “golden generation” not so golden? The USMNT faces Canada on Sunday in the CONCACAF Nations League 3rd-place match.USMNT vs Panama: Alexi and Stu's instant reaction to loss (0:00) Final Thoughts (5:57) Is the USMNT as good as we thought? (12:30) Canada vs USMNT Preview (29:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An exciting international window is upon us with CONCACAF and UEFA Nations League matches & CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse previewed USMNT’s match against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal. Alexi unveiled his predictions for the starting lineup. Most of the players called up for Pochettino’s squad were in club action this weekend. Christian Pulisic helped AC Milan to a comeback win with his 15th goal of the season. Jedi Robinson and Fulham edged Tottenham and jumped up to 8th in the Premier League standings. Although Haji Wright will miss USMNT action, he recorded his first English soccer hat-trick with Coventry City. Back stateside, Messi was back on the pitch with Inter Miami scoring in back-to-back matches. However, he will be unavailable for Argentina’s CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying matches. The squad is set to take on Uruguay and Brazil. (5:16) To wrap the show, the guys discuss international kits, play-by-play announcing, and facing Niall Quinn from the Republic of Ireland. (39:53) USMNT vs Panama preview (5:16) USMNT Abroad recap (13:47) Newcastle celebrates in Carabao Cup Final (20:00) CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying: No Messi (30:31) UEFA Nations League (35:28) #AskAlexi (39:53) One for the Road: Facing Niall Quinn (48:41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the episode with Mauricio Pochettino’s Nations League roster drop. Six MLS based players got the call including Diego Luna, Patrick Agyemang, and Brian White. The squad will face Panama on March 20th. Over in the Champions League, Lamine Yamal led Barcelona’s romp over Benfica with a goal and assist. Is Yamal the best player in the world at just 17 years-old? Gio Reyna came on late in Dortmund’s win over Lille. They will meet Yamal and Barcelona in the UCL quarter finals. Julián Alvarez’s controversial double-kick snubbed Atletico from taking down Real Madrid and moving on. The CONCACAF Champions Cup action also heats up. MLS-sides answered back in leg 2, with three squads advancing to the quarterfinals thus far. Messi and Inter Miami wrap up the Round of 16 with a trip to Jamaica. (4:53)In #AskAlexi the guys answer questions on Gio Reyna’s next steps and Manchester United’s new roofed stadium. To wrap Alexi acknowledges 2025 Colin Jose Media Award winner Bob Ley.USMNT roster drop (4:53) Champions League action: Yamal leads Barcelona romp (16:22)USMNT Abroad (40:06)CONCACAF Champions Cup: Messi travels to Jamaica (42:19)#AskAlexi (52:42)One for the Road: Bob Ley wins 2025 Colin Jose Media Award (63:16) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices