Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Alexi and Mosse start off the podcast with a look at how some MLS teams are becoming talent pipelines to European clubs and why selling youth players make those teams less competitive (8:00). Then the guys recap all of the MLS news from this past week, including the new revamped Leagues Cup tournament featuring all of the Liga MX teams (24:00. Then we look at all the different storylines in the Premier League, the rest of Europe’s top leagues, and look ahead to the next round of Champion’s League games (1:07:00). Alexi answers fan questions about the USWNT, famous World Cup missed goals, and gives travel tips to a fan in #AskAlexi (1:30:20). Finally, Alexi ends the show by trying out chicken wings and giving his honest opinion on them (1:46:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse start the show with a look at Gregg Berhalter’s coaching performance in World Cup Qualifiers and determine if he’s been unfairly criticized (12:32). Then we take a look at the biggest stories in MLS including Atlanta United’s win vs. DC United, why FC Dallas fired head coach Luchi Gonzalez, Chofis’ hattrick for San Jose, and the latest from CONCACAF Champions League and the League’s Cup (28:26). Then the guys turn to the Champions League group stage, break down all the drama from the first round of matches, and recap the biggest stories from Europe's top 5 leagues in the European Roundup (50:41). We also look at questions from fans about Jordan Pefok, potential travel restrictions for Christian Pulisic, and whether a national team could beat a domestic team in #AskAlexi (1:16:10). Finally, Alexi ends the show with another hot take about hot wings in his One for the Road segment (1:29:27). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with a look at Arsene Wenger’s proposed changes to the World Cup schedule and answer if having a World Cup every two years would be a good idea (06:36). Then the guys recap the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifying games, discuss Berhalter’s performance, and look at Ricardo Pepi’s impact on the team (31;30). We also take a look at Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United, follow the biggest news stories in Europe’s top 5 leagues, and go over this week’s Champion’s League group stage matches (51:40). Alexi answers questions from fans about the USMNT, the USWNT, and answers what it’s like to be a youth soccer leagues referee in #AskAlexi (1:06:00). Finally, Alexi ends the show by reflecting on the 20th anniversary of 9/11 (1:20:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Alexi and Mosse are finally back in studio for the first time since March 2020! Alexi's State of the Union monologue makes a return with a story on how the USMNT has grown since 2018 and what the team can achieve in this World Cup qualification process (6:59). Then the guys breakdown the next series of games the USMNT faces versus El Salvador, Canada, and Honduras (8:51). Then we jump into all the last minute transfer news in Europe, including Ronaldo's move to Manchester United, Messi's PSG Debut, and look at why Haaland and Mbappe stayed at their current teams (30:50). Alexi and Mosse also make their UEFA Champion's League picks, answer if it's worth making a jump to a league in Europe outside of the top 5, and Mosse helps a fan find a South American team to root for in #AskAlexi (1:01:13). Finally, Alexi pays his respects to the 13 brave United State's service members who made the ultimate sacrifice to save the lives of others in Afghanistan (1:19:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with a look at Saturday’s Seattle vs. Columbus game, Atlanta United’s interim coach situation, LAFC’s struggles, El Tráfico and many more MLS storylines (09:55). Then the guys breakdown this week’s MLS All-Star Game and Skills Challenge and make their predictions for who will win the game (35:30). We then look at, Serie A’s opening weekend, Ronaldo’s Juventus situation, Lukaku’s return to Chelsea, La Liga, Stu Holden’s Mallorca, fans storming the Nice vs. Marseille game and so much more in the European Roundup (47:05). Alexi and Mosse rank their Top 10 soccer leagues in the world, look at why the USMNT has so much talent right now, and answer the age old question does, “turn up the A.C” mean making it colder or warmer in #AskAlexi (1:12:15). Finally Alexi caps the show with an anecdote about NASL’s Detroit Express in his “One for the Road” segment (1:32:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with the latest MLS news which includes, a recap of Sunday’s Portland Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders rivalry game, an explanation of where NYCFC ranks in Alexi’s Top 5 MLS teams, Atlanta United’s new coaching hire Gonzalo Pineda, and NYRB’s struggle for relevancy (08:40). They then look at the Leagues Cup competition and question the lineup choices SKC head coach Peter Vermes made in his 6-1 defeat vs. Leon at the Leagues Cup. Then the guys move to Concacaf Champions League to breakdown Philadelphia Union’s loss to America and answer the age old question, will we ever see an MLS team win the competition (33:03). We then run through all of the European soccer news, Pulisic’s goal at Chelsea, Joe Scally’s Bundesliga debut, Messi’s PSG saga, and so much more in the European Roundup (44:12). Questions about how the USMNT’s style of play in the Gold Cup and Nation’s League left fans concerned about the future of the team, David Ochoa’s decision to commit to Mexico, and what the soccer equivalent of the Field of Dreams baseball game would be are all answered in #AskAlexi (1:00:53). Finally, Alexi ends the show with a celebration of Carli Lloyd’s decorated career as she announces her retirement from soccer in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast (1:18:52). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with the latest news on Lionel Messi’s departure from Barcelona, the player’s legacy in La Liga, and what the future may hold for the superstar, including a possible move to PSG (7:00). The guys also discuss Lukaku’s return to Chelsea, Jack Grealish’s transfer to Man City, Jadon Sancho’s move to Manchester United, and Harry Kane’s Tottenham issues. More importantly, they go over Norwich City’s latest signing, USMNT star Josh Sargent. The guys then shift focus to the Olympics and breakdown the USWNT’s disappointing performance at the tournament as well as congratulate Canada’s Christine Sinclair for her historic gold medal win. Mosse reacts to Brazil’s win vs. Spain, reflects on Dani Alves’s decorated career, and explains why a bronze medal win may be a sign of hope for Mexico fans (47:35). USA’s win over Mexico in the Gold Cup final, potential coaching choices for the USMNT, and what young players the guys are excited about, are all looked at in #AskAlexi (55:35). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road” on his joyous experience at the Gold Cup Final with former USMNT coach Bora Milutinović (1:24:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi celebrates and gives a brief statement after USMNT beat Mexico for the Gold Cup title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show, and with the USMNT’s win against Jamaica to put them in the Gold Cup semifinals, they debate what is more impressive: the win against Mexico in Nations league or making it to Gold Cup final with this “B” team (8:09) They talk Matt Turner vs. Zack Steffen in goal, Mexico being the overwhelming favorite, and Mosse riding the Qatar wave. The guys then talk MLS and detail Gabriel Heinze’s rough stint with Atlanta, how bad Inter Miami CF and Phil Neville are, and NYCFC’s stadium troubles. They discuss Olympic soccer and talk USWNT’s bounce back after a 3-0 loss to Sweden, recap men’s soccer, including Richarlison’s performances. (36:20). In #AskAlexi, fans ask about international parity, playing World Cup vs. Olympics, and the supposed feud between Mexico and CONCACAF. (51:06). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road” on his recent Tweet about the overuse of soccer jargon when discussing tactics (1:15:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with the USMNT’s run of three wins in the Gold Cup, break down roster decisions, talk teams like El Salvador and Qatar impressing, and Mexico still being favorites but looking beatable. The guys then talk MLS, Heinze out at Atlanta after 17 games, Jozy Altidore rejoins Toronto and scores, and LAFC gets a W. (30:02). They discuss Leo Messi’s decision to stay with Barcelona, Barca’s financial troubles, and recent transfers, including Sergio Ramos to PSG and Jordan Sancho to Manchester United (49:20). In #AskAlexi, fans ask about PK follow-up rules, life in the corporate world as an athlete, and one fan still thinks broadcasts are using fake noise crowd. (1:05:13). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road,” on the rise of MLS team valuations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices