Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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Musah, Pulisic & Dest Champions League recap, USWNT, MLS & European weekend preview Sep 21, 2023

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CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IS BACK! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap all the action including Christian Pulisic & Yunus Musah’s draw vs. Newcastle and Arsenal’s dismantling of Sergiño Dest, Malik Tillman, and Ricardo Pepi with PSV. (5:43)

The guys then flip it forward to a loaded soccer weekend. Stateside, we have an MLS Cup Final rematch between Philadelphia vs LAFC. Across the pond, PSG and Marseille are set to lock horns in another Le Classique and Arsenal take on Spurs in the EPL. (29:47)

We then answer your questions in #AskAlexi including getting rid of manufactured parity in MLS. (47:30)

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Pulisic struggles while McKinnie shines, Champions League preview, Messi & his pizza Sep 19, 2023

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the show by diving into the Messi debate. Inter Miami was thumped by Atlanta over the weekend while Messi was at home eating (questionable) pizza. Does MLS have an obligation to let people know well ahead of time if Messi is out?

The duo then flips it to Europe where AC Milan and Christian Pulisic took a lopsided defeat at the hands of rivals Inter. It wasn't all bad news for Americans abroad, though, as Weston McKinnie & Tim Weah played a role in a big Juventus win.

The guys also preview this week's Champions League matchups before answering your questions in #AskAlexi.

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USMNT tops Oman, Pulisic & Musah’s first Milan Derby, & Messi MLS treble? Sep 14, 2023

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On this episode, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap the USMNT’s improved performance against Oman where they were victorious 4-0. Was Weston McKinnie the best player on the pitch? (3:14) US Sporting Director Matt Crocker had some interesting things to say about the ongoing USWNT coaching search to TNT after the Oman match. What are the attributes he is looking for? (11:45)

The guys then flip it to the return of club soccer this weekend. Alexi and Mosse preview a loaded MLS slate including another edition of El Trafico and Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia. (27:03) The duo also dives into Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah’s opening Milan Derby this weekend. (32:30)

During #AskAlexi, we talk about Messi potentially winning a treble and Bruce Springsteen vs. Taylor Swift. (43:14)

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USMNT tops Uzbekistan, the Messi Effect, and Christian Pulisic’s potential in Italy | SOTU Sep 12, 2023

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Join FOX Sports’ Alexi Lalas and David Mosse to recap the USMNT’s 3-0 win over Uzbekistan along with a preview of the matchup with Oman. Was the 3 goals against Uzbekistan enough for the product on the field? (5:07) Inter Miami continues to win without Messi! (32:22) How has he impacted this team, along with Messi's goal for Argentina against Ecuador. (33:45) Where do you rate Christian Pulisic in the all-time talk? (50:10) We wrap the show by answering your questions in #AskAlexi Does Alexi take an over or under 10 goals for Pulisic in Italy this year?

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USMNT vs Uzbekistan preview, Messi vs Haaland, grading American transfer performances including Christian Pulisic at AC Milan Sep 08, 2023

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State of the Union is BACK in studio! With Mosse continuing his vacation, Alexi Lalas is joined by Stu Holden to preview the USMNT’s September window. What does a successful showing look like vs. Uzbekistan and Oman?

Ballon d'Or candidates were announced yesterday which sparked a Messi vs Haaland debate. Who would you take on your team right now?

We also grade Americans abroad who transferred into a new club this offseason. How would you rate Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, Tim Weah, and others at their new clubs?

We wrap the show by answering your questions in #AskAlexi and settling the “Soccer capital of America” debate.

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Messi dominance, USMNT roster ahead of Uzbekistan & Oman matches, Gregg Berhalter marches on | SOTU Sep 05, 2023

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State of the Union is BACK after a quick summer break. With Mosse continuing his much-deserved vacation, Stu Holden joined Alexi Lalas on a special live podcast where they broke down Messi's continued dominance in MLS, the United States roster ahead of the international break, and much more.

Does Gregg Berhalter need a breakout performance in next summer's Copa America? The guys also take questions live from listeners including Alexi & Stu's take on Berhalter's interview with Vanity Fair.

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FIFA Women's World Cup: Spain OUTLASTS England to win World Cup! | SOTU Aug 20, 2023

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are here to recap the Women's World Cup Final, as they got you covered with all the World Cup content that you need! The duo start the show by recapping Spain's nerve-wracking victory against England. How did Spain pull it off? What went wrong for England? Lalas and also make sure to recap the entire Women's World Cup, as they discuss the Golden Ball, Golden Boot, Golden Glove, and Young player of the tournament. To wrap up the show, they briefly talk about Lionel Messi's greatness in MLS Leagues Cup Final.

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FIFA Women's World Cup: Sweden cruises to third-place glory in victory over Australia | SOTU Aug 19, 2023

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Alexi Lalas, Stu Holden, Ari Hingst, and David Mosse are ready to recap the third-place match of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, as they got you covered with all the soccer content that you need. The squad start the show by recapping Sweden's victory over Australia and react to Vlatko Andonovski resigning from the USWNT. Where does the USWNT go from here? The squad also make sure to discuss the importance of Alessia Russio ahead of England's match against Spain in the World Cup Final. To wrap up the show, they predict who they believe will win the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

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FIFA Women's World Cup: England finishes STRONG vs. Australia to advance to the finals! | SOTU Aug 16, 2023

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are here to wrap up the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup semifinals, as they got you with all the soccer content that you need! The duo start the show by recapping England's gritty victory over Australia. Will England win the world cup? What went WRONG for Australia? Lalas and Mosse also make sure to preview the final and the third-place match. To wrap up the show, they talk about Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Union to advance to MLS Leagues Cup final.

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FIFA Women's World Cup: Spain prevails against Sweden in Women's World Cup CLASSIC | SOTU Aug 15, 2023

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are all in for the 2023 FIFA Women's Cup semifinals, as they got you covered with all the soccer content that you need! The duo start the show by analyzing Spain's thrilling victory over Sweden. Can Spain WIN the World Cup. What went WRONG for Sweden? Lalas and Mosse also make sure to preview England's matchup against Australia. Can the Aussies continue the magic? Will England advance to the finals? To wrap up the show, the duo recap some of the top transfers going on in Europe such as Neymar's move to Al-Hilal.

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