Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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Messi & Inter Miami's embarrassing loss, USWNT wins She Believes Cup, MLS Super League? Apr 11, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap an epic week of soccer. To kick things off stateside, the USWNT won their 5th straight She Believes Cup, with Sophia Smith leading the way. In the CONCACAF Champions Cup, Inter Miami’s quarterfinals did not go as plan and Columbus Crew is the only MLS team moving on. (5:33)

In Europe, the Champions League quarterfinals begin. Real Madrid and Manchester City treat us to a 6-goal thriller, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid each grab a win. Atalanta also shuts out Liverpool and gets a big victory in the Europa League. (33:40)

To wrap the podcast, the guys make their picks for teams to slot into the expanded Club World Cup and Alexi shares his OJ Simpson Bronco chase memory the night ahead of the 1994 World Cup game vs Switzerland. (50:20)

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BEST BITE: The story behind Alexi Lalas' iconic hairstyle Apr 10, 2024

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Just in case you missed the last podcast episode, we are giving you the best bites on the feed from the State of the Union.

On Tuesday's show, Alexi told the story behind his iconic look in the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Make sure to tune in tomorrow for another full episode of your favorite soccer podcast.

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Christian Pulisic joins USMNT royalty, best USWNT lineup, most iconic facial hair in soccer Apr 09, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back on the podcast diving into matches across Europe. Christian Pulisic scores against Lecce and joins Clint Dempsey as the second American with 10+ league goals in the top 4 Euro Leagues. Champions League and Champions Cup continue as quarterfinals are underway this week. (6:11)

MLS standings also got shaken up this week, with LAFC grabbing a big win in El Tráfico and NY Red Bulls surging to the top after their win over Cincinnati. Messi bags a goal 12 minutes into his return. (28:51)

To wrap, the guys look at formations that would get the best USWNT attacking talent on the field, including Mallory Swanson, Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Catarina Macario. And Alexi takes the top spot for most iconic facial hair in soccer! (47:27)

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Tom Byer on USMNT golden generation, J League vs MLS Apr 04, 2024

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American Tom Byer, who has spent years in Japan and around the globe working in youth development, joins Alexi Lalas in a special edition of State of the Union. Tom has worked with some of the biggest clubs in the world, including Ajax and Manchester United. He also changed the way Japan looks at the youth ranks.

The duo dives into the best and worst about the American soccer system, the differences between the J League and MLS, what the USA needs to do to develop a world-class star, and the chances this current crop of players is truly the USMNT's golden generation.

Alexi and Mosse will be back next week with your regularly scheduled State of the Union programming.

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USMNT Abroad Recap: Balogun, Sargent, and Wright bag goals Apr 01, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse wish a Happy Easter to all those who celebrate. We kick off this show by recapping the wild title race in EPL. Will Liverpool hold on? We then run through a busy weekend for USMNT players in Europe as Folarin Balogun, Josh Sargent, & Haji Wright hit the back of the net while Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah got the three points after coming off the bench. (6:34)

In MLS, we had a goal-of-the-year candidate, the LA Galaxy pushed to the top of the Western Conference standings, and Inter Miami drew without Messi. We also preview a loaded CONCACAF Champions Cup slate this week. (26:42)

Alexi and Mosse answer questions on Christian Pulisic's failures at set pieces and a 1994 USMNT World Cup reunion in #AskAlexi. (38:56)

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Catarina Macario & Mallory Swanson set to make their return, Top 5 Most Memorable USMNT Goals vs Mexico Mar 28, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down the USWNT She Believes Roster, with Catarina Macario and Mallory Swanson set to make their return and a few new players joining the group. On the men’s side, the USMNT U-23s had a nice showing on the road that ended in a draw with Olympic hosts France. Euro Groups are also set, with Georgia, Ukraine, and Poland booking their tickets this week. (6:24)

Next, the guys flip it over to the club matchups in EPL, Serie A, and MLS. AC Milan faces Fiorentina this weekend, as Christian Pulisic looks to continue his 4-game goal streak. (20:58)

Coming off the big USMNT Nations League victory, Alexi and Mosse wrap the show with their Top 5 Most Memorable Goals vs Mexico. This elite rivalry has a list of goals you won’t want to miss. (41:58)

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USMNT Nations League 3-peat, USA vs Mexico best rivalry in the world? Mar 26, 2024

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USMNT won the CONCACAF Nations League dos a cero! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap the match and share their thoughts. Gregg Berhalter nailed this roster, giving Tyler Adams and Gio Reyna the start both finding the back of the net. Canada and Costa Rica also booked their tickets to Copa America and Olympic groups are set for Paris 2024. (5:13)

In MLS, Cincinnati takes the top spot in the East. Lewis Morgan and the New York Red Bull dominate Inter Miami with Messi out, and Charlotte upset the 2023 MLS Cup Champions with two late goals. (44:34)

To wrap the show, the guys dive into the USA vs Mexico rivalry. Things got intense during Sunday’s match as Americans were covered in beer and blood. Is this the best rivalry in the world? (50:05)

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USMNT survives vs Jamaica, onto Nations League Final vs Mexico Mar 22, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse fired up the X Spaces to react to the United States Men's National Teams' 3-1 extra-time win over Jamaica in the Nations League semifinal. Who stood out, who needs to sit on the bench against Mexico, and does this performance ramp up the pressure on Gregg Berhalter?

State of the Union will be back on Monday to react to the latest edition of the storied USMNT vs El Tri rivalry.

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Glenn Davis on best & worst of US Soccer & MLS, USMNT Copa America outlook & more Mar 21, 2024

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Glenn Davis, former professional soccer player and veteran play-by-play analyst of 6 Men's and Women's FIFA World Cups joins, Alexi Lalas to dive into the current state of the beautiful game in America.

The guys analyze the soccer landscape in Houston & MLS... both the good and the bad. Glenn also gives his take on this current crop of USMNT players and their chances at this summer's Copa America. Make sure to catch him weekly on "Soccer Matters with Glenn Davis."

Your regularly scheduled State of the Union programming will return on Friday to recap the USMNT Nations League semifinal vs Jamaica.

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USMNT Nations League Preview vs Jamaica, MLS winners & losers for Match Day 4 Mar 19, 2024

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On today’s podcast, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dive into the USMNT and Nations League semifinal against Jamaica. Roster changes for the match included Haji Wright and Brendon Aaronson who will step in. Both showed off this weekend, each with a goal on the score sheet. US Soccer also released official kits for all the national teams to be worn this summer. (6:57)

The guys take a look at all the ongoing tournaments, including the FA Cup, Champions League, and CONCACAF Champions Cup with quarterfinals kicking off on April 2nd. (24:45)

In MLS, Inter Miami and Minnesota continue strong starts, standing at the top of the table in their respective conferences. Alexi and Mosse wrap with questions on Gio Reyna making the USMNT roster without starting at Forest and where MLS teams would finish in the Premier League. (54:45)

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