Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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MLS is Back, Mou vs. VAR, Man U hype, Americans in EPL, Sane to Bayern Jul 07, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse preview the MLS is Back tournament (6:42), including Carlos Vela’s decision to opt out of participating. Then, the guys take stock of Jose Mourinho’s latest rant about VAR (29:20), the excitement bubbling around Man United (38:14) and the latest from La Liga and Serie A (43:33). Also, the next Americans to make the move to the EPL, Leroy Sane’s transfer to Bayern and some World Cup hypotheticals are looked at in #AskAlexi (50:33). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a July 4th story that involves bellying up to the bar with Metallica (1:04:24) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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Liverpool/Klopp, Pulisic at Chelsea, Barca woes, NWSL, Balotelli to MLS? Jun 30, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse unpack Liverpool finally clinching the Premier League title (5:03) and also take stock of Christian Pulisic showing out with Chelsea (13:17). Then, the guys look at uncertainty with Messi's Barcelona (26:57) and celebrate the NWSL's return along with news of the 2023 Women's World Cup hosts being announced (38:59). Also, Robert Lewandowski's Ballon d'Or campaign, Balotelli-to-MLS rumors and Concacaf World Cup qualifying plans are looked at in #AskAlexi (47:15). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a farewell to the Bundesliga on FOX (1:14:06) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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EPL, Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, NWSL, Chucky Lozano drama Jun 22, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse dive right in on the return of the Premier League (6:01) and how it measures up against other league returns to open the show. Then, the guys also look at an impressive performance from Christian Pulisic (20:47), Gio Reyna rising star in Germany (37:46) and updates from the Champions League (53:40) and NWSL (57:33). Also, Chucky Lozano drama at Napoli, an All-American MLS team and Alexi's job history are looked at in #AskAlexi (1:02:21). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a nod to all the dads out there for Father's Day (1:15:28) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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MLS tourney, EPL's return, Haaland, La Liga, Werner/Pulisic Jun 15, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse start the show with a quick chat about local cuisine before diving in on the "MLS is Back" tournament details (5:29). Then, the guys look across the Atlantic to La Liga action (18:17), Erling Haaland's rise (22:59) and the EPL's imminent return (33:43). Also, Alexi's MLS vs. EPL stance, Timo Werner's impact on Christian Pulisic and hipster soccer teams are looked at in #AskAlexi (40:42). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a look back at Canada, Mexico and the U.S. winning the 2026 World Cup bid (56:44) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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Messi/La Liga’s return, salary caps, MLS in EPL, top athletes in soccer Jun 08, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse kick off the show with their latest binge-worthy entertainment options. Then, the guys set the stage for La Liga's return (6:56), Antoine Griezmann's MLS flirtation (16:06) and how other leagues are preparing to return (18:33). Also, a salary cap in Europe, MLS vs. EPL and top American athletes playing soccer are looked at in #AskAlexi (40:28). Finally, Alexi caps the show with a look at changing attitudes for soccer in the U.S. (1:05:05) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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MLS plan, EPL/La Liga/Serie A, 'arrogant' USMNT, Salah vs. Mane Jun 01, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse open the show with a brief discussion of their most recent entertainment options. Then, the guys take stock of Major League Soccer's return-to-play plan (12:13) and some of Europe's top-flight leagues, such as the Premier League and La Liga, targeting their respective returns (25:02). Also, the Salah vs. Mane debate, the 2017 USMNT's "arrogance" and Alexi's jersey-swapping stories are looked at in #AskAlexi (46:55). Finally, on the eve of a big birthday, Alexi takes a moment to reflect (1:02:59) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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Bundesliga/EPL/La Liga/MLS, Man Utd, M.J. of soccer, 'The Last Dance' May 25, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse start the show with a quick chat about their latest entertainment choices. Then, improvements to the Bundesliga TV product (5:21), what the results mean to the title race (11:23) and news of other leagues making strides to return to action are discussed (20:52). Also, Manchester United's current stock, club vs. country and the Michael Jordan of soccer are looked at in #AskAlexi (38:10). Finally, Alexi reveals his opinions on "The Last Dance" documentary after binging the series (55:40) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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Soccer’s return, Dortmund/Schalke, Reyna, Davies, Jordan’s ‘Dream Team’ May 18, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse kick off the show with a quick chat about '80s rock 'n' roll. Then, the Bundesliga's return to action is discussed (6:13), along with which teams looked most prepared coming out of the hiatus (17:20) and how the Americans in the league performed (30:05). Also, Alphonso Davies' meteoric rise, pros/cons of buying a club and news surrounding Major League Soccer's status are looked at in #AskAlexi (37:55). Finally, Alexi gives a peek behind the curtain at his time at the '92 Olympics and his brush with the Michael Jordan-led "Dream Team" (52:31) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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Bundesliga, USMNT, Donovan vs. Klinsmann, soccer Mecca in U.S. May 10, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse chat about how they've been keeping busy during quarantine, including watching a "Galaxy Quest" documentary, to kick off the show. Then, the big news of the Bundesliga's return is discussed (7:34), along with what it means for the American contingent in Germany (29:11). Also, the falling-out between Landon Donovan and Jurgen Klinsmann, a soccer "Mecca" in the United States and Alexi's favorite Zoom meetings are looked in #AskAlexi (37:55). Finally, the guys show their appreciation for the women in their lives in a Mother's Day tribute (59:28) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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USWNT/USSF, Bale to MLS?, Newcastle United, Ligue 1 status May 04, 2020

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Alexi and Mosse break down the latest development in the USWNT's equal pay lawsuit to kick off the show (5:22). Then, Gareth Bale's link to an MLS move, Newcastle United's new ownership and specialization in sports are looked in #AskAlexi (23:22). Finally, ongoing discussions and major decisions in Europe amid the pandemic close out the show (42:59) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast.

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