Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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Keys to USMNT success ahead of 2026 World Cup, USWNT W Gold Cup Roster, Tyler Adams update Feb 08, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse lay out the roadmap to success for the USMNT 2026 World Cup run. The four-point plan includes playing big-time games in host cities, developing positions, knockout round wins in Copa America, and continuing to dominate in CONCACAF. (6:08)

The guys react to the USWNT Roster release, with NO ALEX MORGAN once again! They recap the jam-packed week in Europe! Will we see Gio Renya soon get his first start at Nottingham Forest? (36:00)

In #AskAlexi Mosse and Alexi respond to thoughts on Inter Miami running Messi into the ground and ruining his legacy. (61:00)

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2026 FIFA WORLD CUP dates & locations, Mbappe to Real Madrid, Lindsey Horan on American fans Feb 06, 2024

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The countdown is on for FIFA 2026 and Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dive right in to the venues, dates, and USMNT group stage schedule. The opening match will take place in Mexico City and the final will be in New Jersey at Met Life Stadium. The USMNT will stay on the west coast for all three group stage games, playing in both Los Angeles and Seattle. (7:07)The two kick it over to Europe and Mexico for a massive weekend. Josh Sargent, the Booth brothers, and Luca De La Torre all find the back of the net. And Mbappe is potentially on his way to Real Madrid! (24:45)Alexi and Mosse answer questions in #AskAlexi on the reasons behind Inter Miami’s preseason tour and cheering for other CONCACAF teams. They also unpack USWNT Captain Lindsey Horan calling out American fan’s lack of knowledge and understanding of the game. (48:04)

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Doug McIntyre on USMNT transfer window & MLS vs Saudi Arabia, Leagues Cup groups set Feb 01, 2024

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FOX Sports Soccer Insider Doug McIntyre joins Alexi Lalas and David Mosse to break down Messi and Inter Miami's preseason, the rivalry budding between MLS vs. the Saudi Pro League and the USMNT transfer moves including Gio Reyna to Nottingham Forest. (7:17)

We are set for a MASSIVE weekend of soccer and the guys preview all the big clashes including Brandon Vazquez and Monterrey taking on Club America, Juventus battling Inter Milan, and Arsenal gunning for Liverpool at the top of the EPL. (25:03)

In #AskAlexi, the guys answer a question on Pep Guardiola & MLS before diving into changes with VAR coming to the English Premier League. (48:09)

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Klopp and Xavi are out, Brandon Vazquez in form, MLS vs Europe's 2nd Divisions Jan 30, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are fired up about all things related to soccer and NFC Championship Sunday! The two discuss Klopp leaving Liverpool and Xavi leaving Barcelona at the end of the season, Sergino Dest possibly returning to Barcelona, and Gio Reyna’s newest club developments. Will he end up staying at Dortmund? (11:40)

Alexi and Mosse go abroad and discuss Brandon Vazquez heating up in Liga MX, Christian Pulisic’s hockey assist, Lautaro Martinez gets Inter Milan rolling, and Kevin Paredes scores. In the FA Cup fans are going mad chasing and megging referees. (32:20)

In #AskAlexi the guys take a question from the YouTube comments comparing MLS to European second division teams, and from X wondering if a World Cup team could make a Champions League final? (59:35)

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USMNT Abroad Weekend Preview, Gio Reyna landing spots come into focus, Author Nikki Mark joins the show Jan 25, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse preview a JAM-PACKED weekend of soccer ahead. In Liga MX, Cade Cowell and Brandon Vazquez look for their first starts. Across the pond, Gio Reyna is linked to Nottingham Forest, Marseille, and Sevilla. Where would you like to see him land? (5:41)

Alexi is then joined by author Nikki Mark, who just released her book, Tommy's Field: Love, Loss, and the Goal of a Lifetime, about the tragic loss of her son and the use of soccer as a way to heel and grow. Tommy, a former academy player for LAFC and the LA Galaxy, suddenly passed at the young age of 12. The duo spoke about his story, the legacy they have built through soccer fields, and the problems in the youth system in America. (37:07)

In #AskAlexi, Mosse and Alexi answer questions on the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final location, dream club to buy, and Jesus Ferreira and FC Dallas topping Messi and Inter Miami in MLS preseason. (51:31)

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Las Vegas Lights owner José Bautista joins the show, USMNT abroad recap, Messi winning the league good for MLS? Jan 23, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the podcast by finishing up their thoughts on the United States Men's National team's 1-0 defeat to Slovenia. Is the Gregg Berhalter 2.0 era off to a stale start? The guys then dive into Americans abroad as Weston McKennie had a goal stolen from him, Johnny Cardoso made his La Liga debut, and Josh Sargent and Jordan Pefok found the back of the net. (9:04)

New Las Vegas Lights owner and MLB legend José Bautista joins the show as well. Alexi asks him why USL, why soccer and why now? Also, what could baseball learn from soccer and what rule changes would you like to see from both sports? (37:21)

To wrap the podcast, we answer your questions in #AskAlexi before breaking down Ivan Tony's trickery over Matt Turner in the EPL (49:05)

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Camp Cupcake Recap: USMNT falls 1-0 to Slovenia Jan 20, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse jumped on X Spaces immediately following the United States Men's National team dropping their first match of 2024 to Slovenia. The duo fields your questions and breaks down the action from San Antonio, Texas. Which young players stood out? Any concern over the start of Gregg Berhalter's second stint with the red, white, and blue? Which three senior players are you taking to the Olympics this summer?

Make sure to tune into our regularly scheduled podcasts on Tuesday and Thursday this week.

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Carli Lloyd & Landon Donovan interviews, Christian Pulisic's MLS comments, would Jose Mourinho fit with USMNT? Jan 18, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse react to Christian Pulsic's comments to The Athletic about potentially ending his career in MLS. They also chat Gio Reyna wanting out of Dortmund this transfer window before previewing the USMNT's showdown with Slovenia this weekend. (4:05)

Alexi and Mosse continue to roll out content from the United Soccer Coaching Convention as they spoke with Landon Donovan, Carli Lloyd, Warren Barton, Brad Friedel, Maurice Edu, and more. Make sure to check out the full interviews on our YouTube page. (26:49)

To wrap the podcast, the guys answer your questions in #AskAlexi before diving into the LA Clippers "supporters" section in their new arena. (52:29)

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Best & Worst about American Soccer with Landon Donovan, USMNT expectations at Copa America Jan 16, 2024

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the pod by recapping a jampacked weekend in soccer. Real Madrid dominated old foes Barcelona. Is Xavi on the hot seat? USMNT stars had a big impact on the weekend as well, including Weston McKennie, Sergino Dest and Jordan Pefok. (9:07)

Coming out of break, Alexi and Mosse begin to roll out content from the United Soccer Coaches Convention where they asked Landon Donovan, Randy Waldrum, Brad Friedel and others what is the best thing about American soccer and what is the worst. Keep on the lookout for more from the convention later in the week including a sitdown with the great Carli Lloyd. (36:29)

In #AskAlexi, the guys answer a question on the expectations for the United States Men's National team at this summer's Copa America. (53:19)

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Top Leagues for young USMNT stars, Red, White & Blue Weekend Preview, Klinsmann most influential German for American soccer? Jan 11, 2024

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David Mosse is BACK in-studio and feeling triumphant after his trip to Houston to watch Mighigan win the National title. He and Alexi Lalas begin the podcast by recapping various Cup ties featuring Americans in Europe. Why does MLS catch flack for downplaying the US Open Cup when their European counterparts do the same? We also preview the weekend through the eyes of red, white, and blue colored glasses as Americans hit the field all over the world including in the Bundesliga, where Gio Reyna and John Brooks return from their long break. (6:23)

Coming off of multiple young USMNT stars making moves in the transfer window, Alexi gives his top 5 European leagues for young stars to develop. Where does MLS and Liga MX fall in that category? (22:00)

In #AskAlexi, the duo answers your questions on the most influential German in American soccer history, dream landing spots for USMNT stars, and more. (36:16)

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