

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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Feb 4, 2020 • 55min
USMNT leaders, Mbappe's future, CCL, Liverpool vs. 'Invincibles,' Bundesliga race
Alexi and Mosse dive in on the USMNT and the presence of leaders in the State of the Union (6:53). Also, PSG's unique environment and Kylian Mbappe's future are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (19:40). Then, the CONCACAF Champions League, Liverpool vs. Arsenal's "Invincibles" and Alexi's usual breakfasts are looked at in Ask Alexi (28:30). Finally, Antonee Robinson's failed AC Milan transfer, the Bundesliga title race and Ansu Fati at Barcelona headline The Back Three (37:26). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 2020 • 1h 5min
Chicharito's 'retirement' comments, FA Cup, Coutinho, Real/Barca, deadline day
Alexi and Mosse discuss Chicharito's comments about MLS "retirement" in the State of the Union (4:05). Also, the future of domestic cups is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (20:29). Then, Inter Miami's star power (or lack thereof), Coutinho's future and Alexi catching up on "The Mandalorian" are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:22). Finally, Real Madrid/Barcelona, the Bundesliga title race and transfer deadline day headline The Back Three (41:06). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 21, 2020 • 1h 20min
Chicharito/Galaxy, Erling Haaland, MLS CBA, Gio Reyna, Cavani, new-look Barcelona
Alexi and Mosse unpack the Chicharito-to-Galaxy news in the State of the Union (6:26). Also, Erling Haaland's stellar Dortmund debut is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (23:46). Then, college soccer coaches, the MLS CBA and Mosse's favorite Michigan Wolverines are looked at in Ask Alexi (34:37). Finally, Gio Reyna, winter transfer rumors and Barcelona under Setien headline The Back Three (45:57). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 14, 2020 • 1h 23min
Brian McBride, Valverde/Barca, Olympic qualifying, Pulisic's latest injury, Chicharito
Alexi and Mosse delve into the USMNT installing Brian McBride at general manager in the State of the Union (4:46). Also, the Ernesto Valverde/Barcelona saga is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:25). Then, the MLS SuperDraft, Olympic qualifying and favorite Disney movies are looked at in Ask Alexi (35:32). Finally, Christian Pulisic's injury, major EPL storylines and Chicharito-to-Galaxy rumors headline The Back Three (52:22). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 8, 2020 • 1h 20min
EPL's festive period, USMNT in 2020, super-agents, Ronaldo, Liga MX
Alexi and Mosse reflect on an exciting Premier League festive period in the State of the Union (6:02). Also, Mino Raiola and the role of super-agents is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:30). Then, the USMNT in 2020, Ancelotti at Everton and underrated TV shows are looked at in Ask Alexi (39:04). Finally, NYCFC's new coach, Cristiano Ronaldo's latest milestone and Liga MX headline The Back Three (52:22). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 31, 2019 • 23min
USMNT & USWNT over the course of 2019 — NYE SPECIAL
It's been a wild 2019 for the U.S. national teams. A World Cup triumph for the women, Gold Cup heartbreak for the men and plenty more on and off the field. Take a listen back to Alexi's opinions on the state of the USMNT and USWNT throughout 2019, and what to expect as we flip the calendar to 2020. All that and more in a New Year's Eve edition of the State of the Union Podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 24, 2019 • 1h 3min
Pulisic regret?, transfer rumors, all-decade team — HOLIDAY SPECIAL
The holidays are here! Alexi and Mosse look back at the year's biggest transfers and whether they've panned out or not in Buyer's Remorse (2:45). Also, the winter transfer window is previewed in Keep or Return (21:27). Finally, the guys reveal their all-decade teams (36:50) in a special holiday edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 17, 2019 • 1h 20min
Liga MX/MLS/El Tri/USMNT, UCL Round of 16, Vela to Barca?, Pulisic/Ertz
Alexi and Mosse unpack the relationship and responsibilities of Liga MX and MLS to their respective national teams in the State of the Union (8:00). Also, the Champions League Round of 16 draw is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (23:38). Then, Carlos Vela/Barcelona rumors, Mourinho's comments on leaders and a big-ticket summer concert are looked at in Ask Alexi (36:23). Finally, El Clasico, Pulisic and Ertz's awards and a look at the league leaders headline The Back Three (47:49). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 10, 2019 • 1h 16min
U.S. Soccer negativity, Club World Cup, MLS expansion, UCL groups, Barca vs. Real, 'The Sopranos'
Alexi and Mosse delve into the negativity surrounding the U.S. Soccer Federation in the State of the Union (3:23). Also, the Club World Cup and European "snobbery" are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (22:57). Then, MLS to Charlotte, Gladbach vs. Bayern and HBO's "The Sopranos" are looked at in Ask Alexi (35:49). Finally, the Champions League group stage, Man City's struggles and Barcelona vs. Real Madrid headline The Back Three (50:48). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 2019 • 1h 14min
Klinsmann's return, Arsenal/Emery, USMNT/USWNT, Man U, Maverick vs. Iceman
Alexi and Mosse chat Jurgen Klinsmann's past with the USMNT and return to coaching in the State of the Union (4:32). Also, Arsenal's dismissal of Unai Emery and the importance of language are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:26). Then, 2026 World Cup host cities, Alexi on international opponents and Maverick vs. Iceman in "Top Gun" are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:01). Finally, the USMNT/USWNT Player of the Year nominees, Manchester United and the Euro 2020 draw headline The Back Three (46:06). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


