Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse look forward to the USMNT friendlies as the team prepares for the upcoming summer. The USMNT will face Colombia on Saturday and Brazil next Wednesday. Alexi shares his starting 11 and thoughts on the match. Be sure to join State of the Union on X Spaces following the games. (4:47)The guys are also fired up about Euro 2024 starting in just a few days, they both give their tournament predictions starting with the group stage and making picks all the way through the finals. Alexi and Mosse both see the host team Germany making a deep run in the tournament. (16:18)To wrap the show, they answer a question on expectations surrounding the USMNT and chat about the squad’s goals for Copa America. (27:44) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s podcast, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap Real Madrid’s 15th Champions League victory, behind Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Junior's goals. Another spectacular goal raises the question, has Vini Jr taken over as the best player in the world? The CONCACAF Champions Cup final also wrapped up this weekend, where Pachuca came away with the victory and booked a spot in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. And finally, Emma Hayes secured her first victory at the helm of the USWNT. (4:34)With just a few days until the big Summer of Stars, Alexi and Mosse put together their Euro and Copa America best 11s. A Euro dream team filled with English players such as Kyle Walker, Harry Kane, and Jude Bellingham. On the Copa side, Messi the GOAT is in the midfield and Christian Pulisic on the wing.(31:10)In #AskAlexi, the guys answer questions on the USMNT's chance of winning Copa America and their favorite current player who fights through contact. Alexi shares the toughest player he ever played against to wrap up the show. (42:17) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The gangs all back together again! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have returned from their travels and are in the studio to talk soccer abroad and stateside. The Champions League final is set for this Saturday, an epic battle between Dortmund and Real Madrid. Also in Europe, the coaching carousel continues. Thiago Motto, Paulo Fonseca, Hansi Flick, and Vincent Kompany are heading to new clubs next season. Back stateside, the Columbus Crew travel to Mexico this weekend for the CONCACAF Champions Cup final, with a chance to book their ticket to the 2025 FIFA Men's Club World Cup. (6:09) The guys then kick it over to US Soccer, where Alexi shares his thoughts on the USMNT Copa America roster. They also chat about the newly released Olympic roster. And Emma Hayes is in Colorado, taking charge ahead of USWNT friendlies against South Korea. (42:28) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse answer a couple of questions in #AskAlexi, including the possibility of getting a face tattoo to guarantee a USMNT World Cup victory and thoughts on Tim Weah joining ownership with a non-MLS professional team. Alexi recaps his travels in Germany and shares a few fun pictures as well. (60:37) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse continue their deep dive into the upcoming Summer of Stars with a preview into the CONCACAF teams at Copa America including Mexico, Canada, Panama, Jamaica, and Costa Rica. How far can Jesse Marsch take Canada? Will Mexico make a run with a new-look group? The guys then turn their attention to the dark horse candidates for both the Euros and Copa. Can Ecuador or Venezuela make a run at their first-ever Copa America title?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, John Strong joined Alexi Lalas and David Mosse to chat the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup Final, his relationship with Stu Holden in the booth, and much more. Make sure to check out the full podcast in your feed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse give you a quick primer on all things Summer of Stars! First, the guys dive into Copa. Who are the favorites, which is the toughest group, and what stars are they pumped to watch... can Messi and company pull off three straight major tournament titles? Up Next, the guys break down the favorites at the Euros including Jude Bellingham and England, Mbappe and France, and much more. Can Germany take home the hardware on home soil?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse had the chance to sit down with FOX Sports’ lead soccer play-by-play announcer, John Strong. The trio previews this Summer of Stars including Mbappe, Messi, England, and the USMNT. Strong also breaks down his favorite call personally as well as calls he would like to have back. What goes into preparing for two tournaments at the same time? Strong gives a masterclass on his style in the booth, working with former athletes, his relationship with broadcast partner Stu Holden, calling the epic 2022 FIFA World Cup Final, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Mosse is joined by FOX Soccer journalist Doug McIntyre to break down Gregg Berhalter's 27-man roster heading into this summer's Copa America. Who will start at right back and how healthy is Tyler Adams? Doug also takes a crack at Berhalter's starting 11 versus the likes of Bolivia, Panama, and Uruguay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are under one month away from Summer of Stars! Alexi Lalas is joined by Stu Holden to give you a primer for Copa America through the lens of red, white, and blue colored glasses. The duo kicks things off with the USA's group, which includes Uruguay, Bolivia, and Panama. Stu and Alexi also preview the upcoming friendly and potential knockout round opponents in Colombia and Brazil. (5:02)Next, the guys each give their best starting elevens for the United States Men's National Team at Copa America. Who should start at right back with Sergiño Dest out? (19:04)We wrap the show with another edition of #AskAlexi before answering the biggest question ahead of this summer... how far does Gregg Berhalter and company have to advance to feel positive heading into the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup? (27:47) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse open the podcast with Canada Men’s Head Coach breaking news, Jesse Marsch is hired to take over the team ahead of Copa America. Also in preparation for Copa, both Mexico and Brazil released preliminary rosters. In Europe, USMNT player Christian Pulisic continues his incredible season with a brace in the 5-1 win over Cagliari. Could Pulisic be AC Milan’s MVP this year? (5:31)Back stateside, MLS rivalry week was a spicy one. Cincinnati showed the Crew that Hell is Real behind Kevin Kelsy and Lucho Acosta goals. The Galaxy stole a point from Real Salt Lake at the death, and Seattle got the win over Portland for the first time since 2021. (40:12)In #AskAlexi, the guys pick their favorite soccer calls and explain the pros and cons if USSF implemented pro/rel. Lastly, Alexi and Mosse break down FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s pay-to-play chat. (49:24) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices