Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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), Gio Reyna rising star in Germany (37:46) and updates from the Champions League (53:40) and NWSL (57:33). Also, Chucky Lozano drama at Napoli, an All-American MLS team and Alexi's job history are looked at in #AskAlexi (1:02:21). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a nod to all the dads out there for Father's Day (1:15:28) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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) and the EPL's imminent return (33:43). Also, Alexi's MLS vs. EPL stance, Timo Werner's impact on Christian Pulisic and hipster soccer teams are looked at in #AskAlexi (40:42). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a look back at Canada, Mexico and the U.S. winning the 2026 World Cup bid (56:44) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 salary cap in Europe, MLS vs. EPL and top American athletes playing soccer are looked at in #AskAlexi (40:28). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a look at changing attitudes for soccer in the U.S. (1:05:05) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 La Liga, targeting their respective returns (25:02). Also, the Salah vs. Mane debate, the 2017 USMNT's "arrogance" and Alexi's jersey-swapping stories are looked at in #AskAlexi (46:55). Finally, on the eve of a big birthday, Alexi takes a moment to reflect (1:02:59) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 return to action are discussed (20:52). Also, Manchester United's current stock, club vs. country and the Michael Jordan of soccer are looked at in #AskAlexi (38:10). Finally, Alexi reveals his opinions on "The Last Dance" documentary after binging the series (55:40) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 the Americans in the league performed (30:05). Also, Alphonso Davies' meteoric rise, pros/cons of buying a club and news surrounding Major League Soccer's status are looked at in #AskAlexi (37:55). Finally, Alexi gives a peek behind the curtain at his time at the '92 Olympics and his brush with the Michael Jordan-led "Dream Team" (52:31) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 the American contingent in Germany (29:11). Also, the falling-out between Landon Donovan and Jurgen Klinsmann, a soccer "Mecca" in the United States and Alexi's favorite Zoom meetings are looked in #AskAlexi (37:55). Finally, the guys show their appreciation for the women in their lives in a Mother's Day tribute (59:28) 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 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 (23:22). Finally, ongoing discussions and major decisions in Europe amid the pandemic close out the show (42:59) 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 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, following last week's global draft segment, the guys revisit the idea and draft their best all-time coed U.S. national teams (37:25) 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 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 in #AskAlexi (26:22). Finally, in the spirit of the NFL Draft, the guys pick their best starting XIs in a global draft (40:41) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices