Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Alexi and Mosse examine the Chicago Fire's relocation and MLS stadiums in the State of the Union (3:21). Also, Lionel Messi's future after an outspoken interview is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:08). Then, Sargent vs. Zardes, the 2026 World Cup and Alexi's experience as a volunteer referee are looked at in Ask Alexi (26:31). Finally, Zlatan's goal record with the Galaxy, the Champions League group stage and a busy Premier League weekend headline The Back Three (37:32). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse examine the USMNT after the loss to Mexico in the State of the Union (3:30). Also, China's plan for the national team is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (24:22). Then, increasing the number of refs, the USWNT's relationship with the NWSL and Alexi's favorite cities are looked at in Ask Alexi (39:18). Finally, England's growing potential, the MLS playoff race and Bayern vs. RB Leipzig headline The Back Three (52:47). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse examine the most skillful American players in the State of the Union (3:19). Also, the Champions League group stage draw is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (16:04). Then, the MLS/USMNT relationship, Christian Pulisic vs. Landon Donovan and Alexi's favorite guitars are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:43). Finally, USMNT vs. Mexico, Carli Lloyd and the transfer window closing headline The Back Three (49:18). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse examine Zlatan, Vela and the latest edition of El Trafico in the State of the Union (3:31). Also, a possible Copa Lib tie between Boca and River is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (23:08). Then, Neymar's future, Phoenix's MLS hopes and Alexi's favorite artists of the year are looked at in Ask Alexi (34:29). Finally, Chucky Lozano to Napoli, United's penalty-kick drama and Barca/Real headline The Back Three (46:43). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse examine fan behavior in the State of the Union (2:58). Also, stars being stranded at big-money clubs is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (20:12). Then, Mesut Ozil rumors, dual nationals and Alexi finally finishing "Game of Thrones" are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:41). Finally, MLS expansion, early EPL reaction and a Bundesliga dark horse headline The Back Three (43:09). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse examine Zlatan Ibrahimovic's latest comments about MLS in the State of the Union (3:13). Also, Christian Pulisic's start to life at Chelsea is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (19:36). Then, Mike Petke's dismissal, soccer's appeal and Die Hard vs. Lethal Weapon are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:08). Finally, MLS's relationship with fans, VAR in the EPL and a Bundesliga season preview headline The Back Three (45:06). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse look at Alejandro Bedoya's on-field statement to Congress in the State of the Union (4:26). Also, Pep Guardiola's rivalry with Jurgen Klopp is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:42). Then, future USMNT strikers, replacements for Jill Ellis and Alexi's favorite Hall and Oates track are looked at in Ask Alexi (30:26). Finally, the Premier League's return, Wayne Rooney leaving D.C. United and an MLS doubleheader headline The Back Three (42:12). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse look at the fallout from Zlatan Ibrahimovic's elbow against Mohamed El-Munir in the State of the Union (4:37). Also, Real Madrid's turbulent summer is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (19:55). Then, Zlatan vs. Vela, the 2022 USMNT squad and MLS's best stadiums are looked at in Ask Alexi. Finally, the MLS All-Star Game, Lukaku/Dybala and the Neymar saga headline The Back Three (40:33). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Straight from the Women's World Cup in France, Alexi and Mosse talk VAR controversy at the tournament in the State of the Union (6:44). Then, the guys recap the USWNT's easy path through the group stage (14:33) and look at some surprise teams thus far (18:42). Also, the guys address the negativity surrounding the USMNT at the Gold Cup (24:46) and break down the latest with Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar (29:08). All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Paris! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Straight from the Women's World Cup in France, Alexi and Mosse talk Norway star Ada Hegerberg's tournament absence in the State of the Union (6:43). Then, the guys break down the tournament favorites and Alexi reveals his power rankings (16:14). Also, the guys tackle Josh Sargent's omission from Gregg Berhalter's Gold Cup roster (23:38). All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Paris! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices