

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
FOX Sports
U.S. Soccer legend Alexi Lalas discusses the biggest stories in soccer through the lens of red, white and blue glasses! Join Alexi Lalas and soccer guru David Mosse, as they break down the USMNT, USWNT, MLS, Bundesliga, Premier League, World Cup & everything in between.Follow Alexi Lalas' State of the Union podcast @SOTUWithAlexi on all platforms!https://twitter.com/SOTUWithAlexihttps://www.instagram.com/SOTUWithAlexi/https://www.tiktok.com/@sotuwithalexihttps://www.facebook.com/SOTUWithAlexi/
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Apr 13, 2020 • 1h 7min
Bundesliga latest, USMNT/Brazil, esports, Zidane vs. Platini, all-time favorites
Alexi and Mosse look at the Bundesliga taking steps to return to action at the start of the show (4:22). Then, defining matches for the USMNT and Brazil, players that remind Alexi of himself and the influence of esports are looked in #AskAlexi (24:48). Finally, the guys list their favorite players from some soccer-crazed nations (44:29) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 6, 2020 • 1h 1min
Brazilian Ronaldo, USMNT upsets, trash talk, best stadiums
Alexi and Mosse look at the impact of injuries on careers, like Ronaldo Nazario's, to start off the show (10:11). Then, famous USMNT upsets, the Olympics and the best trash-talkers are looked in #AskAlexi (30:57). Finally, the guys list the best stadiums they've been to and which places are on their bucket lists (46:54) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 2020 • 1h 1min
Olympics postponed, Blanco vs. Vela, best USMNT, influential players
Alexi and Mosse chat changes for U.S. Soccer, both off and on the field with a new CEO at the helm and the rescheduling of the Olympics (5:40). Then, Cuauhtemoc Blanco vs. Carlos Vela, the 2002 USMNT vs. 2020 USMNT and new soccer rules are looked at as #AskAlexi makes its return (24:04). Finally, the guys list the players that have had the biggest impact on them (46:01) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 2020 • 1h 1min
Soccer calendar, Messi/Brady parallel, 'The Beckham Effect,' sports movies
Alexi and Mosse take stock of the major changes to the soccer calendar as a result of the coronavirus pandemic (2:53). Also, the guys draw a parallel between Tom Brady and Lionel Messi (18:48) following the QB’s decision to leave New England. Finally, soccer films and documentaries like “The Beckham Effect” and “The Two Escobars” are discussed (34:14) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 16, 2020 • 48min
Cordeiro steps down, USWNT, coronavirus impact
Alexi and Mosse react to Carlos Cordeiro's decision to step down at U.S. Soccer in the State of the Union (6:40). Then, the guys look at how the coronavirus has impacted the world of soccer (25:04) in a special, remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 2020 • 1h 7min
Beckham's Inter Miami, Messi, UCL, coronavirus impact, Gio Reyna
Alexi and Mosse give their early assessment on David Beckham's Inter Miami in the State of the Union (3:24). Also, a soap opera-esque love triangle in Argentina is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:45). Then, the best soccer cities in the U.S., Liverpool's dip and Alexi's diet are looked at in Ask Alexi (30:42). Finally, the impact of the coronavirus, Champions League and Gio Reyna's USMNT pledge headline The Back Three (43:24). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 3, 2020 • 1h 13min
MLS expansion teams, UCL, Nagbe, Liverpool loss, El Clasico fallout
Alexi and Mosse set expectations for MLS teams in the State of the Union (4:34). Also, the allure of Champions League bragging rights is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (19:49). Then, LAFC's epic CCL rally, Darlington Nagbe's USMNT future and an iconic Alexi celebration are looked at in Ask Alexi (36:58). Finally, Liverpool's EPL loss, a wild ending to Bayern/Hoffenheim and El Clasico fallout headline The Back Three (45:02). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 25, 2020 • 1h 18min
MLS' 25th season, PSG/Liverpool, Jermaine Jones, VAR in England, UCL
Alexi and Mosse celebrate 25 years of Major League Soccer in the State of the Union (5:07). Also, PSG and Liverpool's dominance of their respective leagues is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (22:27). Then, Jermaine Jones, MLS in CCL and the importance of team chemistry are looked at in Ask Alexi (37:28). Finally, the latest VAR debacle in England, the Bundesliga title race and this week's UCL knockout matches headline The Back Three (49:56). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 18, 2020 • 1h 16min
USMNT/USWNT, Man City's ban, Pizarro to Inter Miami, UCL knockouts
Alexi and Mosse dive in on the USMNT and USWNT's negotiating power in the State of the Union (5:57). Also, Manchester City's European ban is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:49). Then, Rodolfo Pizarro to Inter Miami, Jurgen Klinsmann drama and Alexi's alternate careers are looked at in Ask Alexi (34:20). Finally, this week's UCL knockout matches, the CONCACAF Champions League and Chelsea agreeing to buy Hakim Ziyech headline The Back Three (49:08). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 2020 • 1h 16min
Timmy Chandler's USMNT fate, soccer Oscars, Messi in EPL, Europe title races
Alexi and Mosse take stock of Timmy Chandler's recent form and how it relates to the USMNT in the State of the Union (4:27). Also, picturing Lionel Messi in the Premier League is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (16:24). Then, an Oscars-themed special takes center stage in lieu of Ask Alexi (25:29). Finally, Jay Berhalter leaving U.S. Soccer, Bundesliga excitement and the Serie A title race headline The Back Three (46:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


