Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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U.S. Soccer negativity, Club World Cup, MLS expansion, UCL groups, Barca vs. Real, 'The Sopranos' Dec 10, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse delve into the negativity surrounding the U.S. Soccer Federation in the State of the Union (3:23). Also, the Club World Cup and European "snobbery" are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (22:57). Then, MLS to Charlotte, Gladbach vs. Bayern and HBO's "The Sopranos" are looked at in Ask Alexi (35:49). Finally, the Champions League group stage, Man City's struggles and Barcelona vs. Real Madrid headline The Back Three (50:48).

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Klinsmann's return, Arsenal/Emery, USMNT/USWNT, Man U, Maverick vs. Iceman Dec 03, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse chat Jurgen Klinsmann's past with the USMNT and return to coaching in the State of the Union (4:32). Also, Arsenal's dismissal of Unai Emery and the importance of language are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:26). Then, 2026 World Cup host cities, Alexi on international opponents and Maverick vs. Iceman in "Top Gun" are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:01). Finally, the USMNT/USWNT Player of the Year nominees, Manchester United and the Euro 2020 draw headline The Back Three (46:06).

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Chicago Fire rebrand, Mou to Spurs, UCL, Gabigol, all-time 5-a-sides Nov 26, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse delve into Chicago Fire FC's new look and feel in the State of the Union (4:43). Also, Jose Mourinho's return to the coaching ranks with Tottenham is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (20:22). Then, Mauricio Pochettino's future, the MLS expansion draft, and the year's favorite books are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:06). Finally, the Champions League, Copa Libertadores final and all-time 5-a-side selections headline The Back Three (45:08).

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USMNT, replacing Zlatan, Lewy Ballon d'Or, City/Chelsea, NWSL, Beatles vs. Stones Nov 19, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse analyze the USMNT's win against Canada and what comes next in the State of the Union (4:08). Also, Zlatan's exit and the Galaxy's future are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (21:15). Then, Robert Lewandowski's Ballon d'Or hopes, MLS roster construction and the Beatles vs. Rolling Stones debate are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:17). Finally, the Raheem Sterling/Joe Gomez spat, Chelsea vs. Man City and changes in the NWSL headline The Back Three (44:43).

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Berhalter ultimatum?, Liverpool/Klopp, Alex Morgan/USWNT, MLS Cup final Nov 12, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse measure the magnitude of the USMNT’s rematch against Canada in the State of the Union (3:29). Also, Jurgen Klopp and a “winning mentality” at Liverpool is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:52). Then, replacing Alex Morgan in the USWNT, Bayern’s next boss and Alexi’s loan spell in Ecuador are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:13). Finally, the Sounders winning MLS Cup, Real Madrid rounding into form and reports of the Champions League visiting the United States headline The Back Three (47:02).

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VAR critics, Bayern, Pulisic/Lozano, USWNT, MLS Cup, pineapple/mushroom pizza?! Nov 05, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse dive in on the latest slew of VAR drama in the State of the Union (4:14). Also, Bayern's decision to part ways with Niko Kovac is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:36). Then, Pulisic vs. Lozano, the USWNT and Alexi's defense of pineapple/mushroom pizza are looked at in Ask Alexi (28:44). Finally, the MLS Cup final, Champions League and the United States' failure at the U-17 World Cup headline The Back Three (44:29).

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Zlatan farewell?, Copa Lib, Dest/USMNT, Pulisic hat trick, USWNT's new manager Oct 29, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse hash out Zlatan Ibrahimovic's MLS impact and future in the State of the Union (2:31). Also, the Copa Libertadores final is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:49). Then, the USMNT, Tab Ramos and some signature soccer skills are looked at in Ask Alexi (31:24). Finally, Christian Pulisic's hat trick, Sergino Dest picking the USA and the USWNT replacing Jill Ellis headline The Back Three (47:48).

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Epic MLS playoffs, Golden Boy, USMNT soft?, Real Madrid Oct 22, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse reflect on an epic MLS weekend in the State of the Union (3:07). Also, the promise of potential and the Golden Boy award are explored in Mosse Makes the Case (22:35). Then, the USMNT's mentality, MLS legends and Alexi's soccer mentors are looked at in Ask Alexi (37:37). Finally, Real Madrid's stunner, the Champions League and NWSL final headline The Back Three (50:26).

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MLS uniqueness, European power, Vela's ranking, USMNT, Man United Oct 15, 2019

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Maradona Doc, MLS playoff predictions, CONCACAF Nations League Oct 08, 2019

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Alexi and Mosse discuss the CONCACAF Nations League and the future of the USMNT in the State of the Union (6:27). Also, the issues with VAR in Copa Libertadores are examined in Mosse Makes the Case (23:23). Then, could Jill Ellis replace Alexi Lalas, Turf vs. small fields and National team jerseys are looked at in Ask Alexi (34:29). Finally, Poch vs. Ole, the Derby d’Italia and MLS Playoff Predictions headline The Back Three (44:31).

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