Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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 player demonstrations in MLS (31:40) and uncharted territory for LAFC and Atlanta United (44:35). Also, Real Salt Lake’s status, Weston McKennie’s move to Juventus and the talent pool for the USMNT are looked at in #AskAlexi (54:25). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his thoughts about the current generation of soccer player (1:18:26) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 the USMNT (32:20). Also, another loss in El Trafico for LAFC, USMNT’s roster composition and the USWNT’s overseas exodus are looked at in #AskAlexi (48:20). Finally, Alexi caps the show with some words of wisdom as school years begin around the U.S. (1:11:18) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 MLS is Back tournament final, David Beckham’s Inter Miami and Weston McKennie’s future are looked at in #AskAlexi (1:01:42). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a story about deep-sea fishing (1:17:26) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 caps in England, Jadon Sancho’s future and Chicharito’s life with LA are looked at in #AskAlexi (1:07:05). Finally, Alexi caps the show with an ode to the soccer camps lost this summer (1:28:15) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 (50:30) Also, Raul Jimenez’s future, the importance of international matches and the inclusion of mid-game water breaks are looked at in #AskAlexi 1:07:07). Finally, Alexi caps the show with news of him getting into the ownership game (1:24:16) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 (44:35) and Kylian Mbappe’s injury (1:06:40) Also, Christian Pulisic’s season, Darlington Nagbe’s future and branding an MLS expansion club are looked at in #AskAlexi (1:11:04). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a look at MLS’s responsibility to American players (1:22:35) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 in the EPL (39:49) and Leeds United’s return to the Premier League (47:05) Also, the “El Trafico” nickname, the USMNT now vs. in Alexi’s heyday, and James Rodriguez’s future are looked at in #AskAlexi (55:40). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a look at the Shoe Wars of the ’90s (1:15:23) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 ban (27:16). Also, Josh Sargent's future, Jesse Marsch's coaching credentials and an Mbappe vs. Haaland debate are looked at in #AskAlexi (47:02). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a trip down memory lane with stories about the late-night TV in the '90s (1:04:24) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 the latest from La Liga and Serie A (43:33). Also, the next Americans to make the move to the EPL, Leroy Sane’s transfer to Bayern and some World Cup hypotheticals are looked at in #AskAlexi (50:33). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a July 4th story that involves bellying up to the bar with Metallica (1:04:24) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 with news of the 2023 Women's World Cup hosts being announced (38:59). Also, Robert Lewandowski's Ballon d'Or campaign, Balotelli-to-MLS rumors and Concacaf World Cup qualifying plans are looked at in #AskAlexi (47:15). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a farewell to the Bundesliga on FOX (1:14:06) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices