

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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Nov 26, 2019 • 1h 14min
Chicago Fire rebrand, Mou to Spurs, UCL, Gabigol, all-time 5-a-sides
Alexi and Mosse delve into Chicago Fire FC's new look and feel in the State of the Union (4:43). Also, Jose Mourinho's return to the coaching ranks with Tottenham is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (20:22). Then, Mauricio Pochettino's future, the MLS expansion draft, and the year's favorite books are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:06). Finally, the Champions League, Copa Libertadores final and all-time 5-a-side selections headline The Back Three (45:08). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 19, 2019 • 1h 8min
USMNT, replacing Zlatan, Lewy Ballon d'Or, City/Chelsea, NWSL, Beatles vs. Stones
Alexi and Mosse analyze the USMNT's win against Canada and what comes next in the State of the Union (4:08). Also, Zlatan's exit and the Galaxy's future are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:15). Then, Robert Lewandowski's Ballon d'Or hopes, MLS roster construction and the Beatles vs. Rolling Stones debate are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:17). Finally, the Raheem Sterling/Joe Gomez spat, Chelsea vs. Man City and changes in the NWSL headline The Back Three (44:43). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 12, 2019 • 1h 12min
Berhalter ultimatum?, Liverpool/Klopp, Alex Morgan/USWNT, MLS Cup final
Alexi and Mosse measure the magnitude of the USMNT’s rematch against Canada in the State of the Union (3:29). Also, Jurgen Klopp and a “winning mentality” at Liverpool is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:52). Then, replacing Alex Morgan in the USWNT, Bayern’s next boss and Alexi’s loan spell in Ecuador are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:13). Finally, the Sounders winning MLS Cup, Real Madrid rounding into form and reports of the Champions League visiting the United States headline The Back Three (47:02). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 5, 2019 • 1h 7min
VAR critics, Bayern, Pulisic/Lozano, USWNT, MLS Cup, pineapple/mushroom pizza?!
Alexi and Mosse dive in on the latest slew of VAR drama in the State of the Union (4:14). Also, Bayern's decision to part ways with Niko Kovac is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:36). Then, Pulisic vs. Lozano, the USWNT and Alexi's defense of pineapple/mushroom pizza are looked at in Ask Alexi (28:44). Finally, the MLS Cup final, Champions League and the United States' failure at the U-17 World Cup headline The Back Three (44:29). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 29, 2019 • 1h 12min
Zlatan farewell?, Copa Lib, Dest/USMNT, Pulisic hat trick, USWNT's new manager
Alexi and Mosse hash out Zlatan Ibrahimovic's MLS impact and future in the State of the Union (2:31). Also, the Copa Libertadores final is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:49). Then, the USMNT, Tab Ramos and some signature soccer skills are looked at in Ask Alexi (31:24). Finally, Christian Pulisic's hat trick, Sergino Dest picking the USA and the USWNT replacing Jill Ellis headline The Back Three (47:48). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 22, 2019 • 1h 12min
Epic MLS playoffs, Golden Boy, USMNT soft?, Real Madrid
Alexi and Mosse reflect on an epic MLS weekend in the State of the Union (3:07). Also, the promise of potential and the Golden Boy award are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (22:35). Then, the USMNT's mentality, MLS legends and Alexi's soccer mentors are looked at in Ask Alexi (37:37). Finally, Real Madrid's stunner, the Champions League and NWSL final headline The Back Three (50:26). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 15, 2019 • 1h 19min
MLS uniqueness, European power, Vela's ranking, USMNT, Man United
Alexi and Mosse discuss the allure of MLS playoffs in the State of the Union (4:48). Also, Europe's growing international influence is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:29). Then, Alexi ranking Carlos Vela in his top 20, Man United's woes and a painful memory for Alexi are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:08). Finally, the USMNT, Neymar's injury and Bundesliga's surprising early season table headline The Back Three (53:03). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 8, 2019 • 1h 11min
Maradona Doc, MLS playoff predictions, CONCACAF Nations League
Alexi and Mosse discuss the CONCACAF Nations League and the future of the USMNT in the State of the Union (6:27). Also, the issues with VAR in Copa Libertadores are examined in Mosse Makes the Case (23:23). Then, could Jill Ellis replace Alexi Lalas, Turf vs. small fields and National team jerseys are looked at in Ask Alexi (34:29). Finally, Poch vs. Ole, the Derby d’Italia and MLS Playoff Predictions headline The Back Three (44:31). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 1, 2019 • 1h 3min
MLS playoffs, FIFA Best awards, Zlatan/Vela, Pulisic frustrated
Alexi and Mosse discuss the MLS playoffs and measuring success in the State of the Union (3:28). Also, the FIFA Best awards are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:30). Then, MLS MVP criteria, Sergino Dest’s future and Alexi’s iconic long hair are looked at in Ask Alexi (31:20). Finally, Christian Pulisic’s frustrations, the Champions League and River vs. Boca in the Copa Libertadores semis headline The Back Three (40:44). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 2019 • 1h 12min
Pulisic like Skywalker?, Barca/Real, Sunil Gulati, Jesse Marsch, Neymar/PSG
Alexi and Mosse compare Christian Pulisic to Luke Skywalker in the State of the Union (3:38). Also, Real Madrid and Barcelona are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:04). Then, Jordan Morris, the National Soccer Hall of Fame and all-time favorite broadcast calls are looked at in Ask Alexi (26:50). Finally, Jesse March making history, Neymar's PSG future and the MLS playoff picture headline The Back Three (42:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


