Alexi Lalas State Of The Union Podcast

Alexi and Mosse discuss the implications of Columbus Crew SC's potential move to Austin, Texas in the State of the Union (2:18). The coexistence of Neymar and Kylian Mbappe at PSG is looked at in Mosse Makes the Case (20:00). Also, how Cristiano Ronaldo's move impacts the Messi vs. Ronaldo debate is explored in Ask Alexi (30:51). Finally, predictions for the USMNT squad selection against Brazil headlines The Back Three (38:17). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse discuss the historic all-female MLS broadcast on FS1 in the State of the Union (2:38). La Liga's hope to play a competitive match stateside is looked at in Mosse Makes the Case (16:25). Also, Alexi calls out Zlatan Ibrahimovic for not playing on turf in Ask Alexi (27:43). Finally, an early preview of the USMNT's friendly against Brazil headlines The Back Three (34:44). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse discuss Wayne Rooney's moment of magic for D.C. United in the State of the Union (1:54). The transfer window's goalkeeping carousel is looked at in Mosse Makes the Case (12:52). Also, the guys explore the ideal starting XI for the USMNT in Ask Alexi (23:21). Finally, the return of the Premier League — and the drama that comes with it — headlines The Back Three (34:08). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse discuss collegiate soccer's role in developing Americans in the State of the Union (2:25). The Premier League's decision to close the transfer window early is looked at in Mosse Makes the Case (17:01). Also, the guys explore the USMNT's "old guard" in Ask Alexi (25:02). Finally, scrutiny surrounding Qatar 2022's winning World Cup bid headlines The Back Three (34:59). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The boys are back in the States! Alexi and Mosse talk the business side of the sport the State of the Union (2:49). Then, the guys look at the transfer activity in Europe in Mosse Makes the Case (14:36). Also, Alexi and Moses dive in on the USMNT's youth movement in Ask Alexi (31:21). Finally, a look at the MLS All-Star Game headlines The Back Three (38:47). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Straight from the FIFA World Cup in Russia, Alexi and Mosse talk the semifinal clashes and England's exit in the State of the Union (2:35). Then, the guys look at this weekend's third-place matchup and preview the final between France and Croatia (21:31), along with a discussion about comparisons between Kylian Mbappé and Pelé (31:29). Also, Alexi and Moses dive in on Cristiano Ronaldo's blockbuster move to Juventus (37:00). All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Russia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Fourth of July! Straight from the FIFA World Cup in Russia, Alexi and Mosse talk American soccer culture's evolution in the State of the Union (4:29). Then, the remaining eight teams are broken down in FOX Sports' Power Rankings (32:32), along with a look back at the round of 16. Then, Alexi and Mosse give their predictions for the massive quarterfinal matchups. All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Russia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Straight from the FIFA World Cup in Russia, Alexi and Mosse talk VAR and FIFA's tiebreakers in the State of the Union (3:06). Then, a new team has slid into the top 3 of FOX Sports' Power Rankings (13:20), along with predictions for the round of 16. All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Russia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Straight from the FIFA World Cup in Russia, Alexi and Mosse outline the USMNT's missed opportunity at the FIFA World Cup in the State of the Union (3:53). Then, there's a new top team in the FOX Sports' Power Rankings (17:54), along with discussions about Messi's Argentina and Neymar's Brazil. All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Russia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Straight from the FIFA World Cup in Russia, Alexi and Mosse talk about their early takeaways from the FIFA World Cup in the State of the Union (3:55). Then, the guys update the tournament favorites in FOX Sports' Power Rankings (17:12), along with discussions about Neymar, Messi and Mexico. All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Russia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Straight from the World Cup in Russia, Alexi and Mosse talk the U.S. landing the joint bid for the 2026 World Cup in the State of the Union (5:19). Then, the guys break down the tournament favorites in FOX Sports' Power Rankings (24:50). Also, Alexi and Mosse tackle the top players from each team for a total of 32 stars to watch (41:25). All that and more in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast from Russia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Days away from leaving for the World Cup in Russia, Alexi and Mosse talk World Cup fever in the U.S. the State of the Union (2:57). Zinedine Zidane's departure from Real Madrid is examined in Mosse Makes the Case (14:40). Also, the guys break down USMNT players overseas in Ask Alexi (27:29) and give their thoughts on the final 23-man World Cup rosters in the World Cup Update (38:43). Finally, the tune-up matches for the World Cup in Russia headline The Back Three (47:48). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and guest host Rob Stone discuss Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius and his devastating Champions League final in the State of the Union (4:33). Bragging rights between the Premier League and La Liga are examined in Mosse Makes the Case (15:53). Also, the guys look at some potential breakout players this summer in Ask Alexi (26:26) and offer their full brackets for the World Cup in the World Cup Update (40:39). Finally, Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo's futures at Real Madrid headline The Back Three (50:37). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse react to ex-USMNT manager Jurgen Klinsmann's comments about his former team in the State of the Union (2:42). Jose Mourinho get called out in Mosse Makes the Case (16:23). Also, the guys explore Christian Pulisic reaching the recognition-level of LeBron James and Tom Brady in Ask Alexi (25:04) and break down groups G and H World Cup Update (35:50). Finally, a look at the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid headlines The Back Three (46:09). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse dive in on the implications legalized sports betting might have in the U.S. in the State of the Union (2:20). Barcelona's fabled academy system comes under scrutiny in Mosse Makes the Case (12:21). Also, the guys discuss Wayne Rooney's link to D.C. United in Ask Alexi (22:57) and break down the preliminary World Cup rosters in the World Cup Update (30:20). Finally, a look at the FA Cup final between Chelsea and Man United headlines The Back Three (42:41). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse explore Liverpool's rumored interest in Christian Pulisic in the State of the Union (2:14). The careers and accomplishments of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are compared in Mosse Makes the Case (12:43). Also, the guys discuss automatic bids for the 2026 World Cup in Ask Alexi (24:34) and break down Groups D, E and F in the World Cup Update (35:10). Finally, a look at the Champions League and Europa League semifinals headline The Back Three (48:32). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse react to President Trump's tweet about the 2026 World Cup in the State of the Union (4:26). The dynamics of the Ballon d'Or in a World Cup year is examined in Mosse Makes the Case (14:49). Also, the guys discuss rooting interests in the World Cup in Ask Alexi (24:35) and break down Groups A, B and C in the World Cup Update (37:26). Finally, Zlatan Ibrahimovic's challenge to his LA Galaxy teammates headlines The Back Three (47:48). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse react to Arsene Wenger and Arsenal parting ways after so long in the State of the Union (1:43). Jurgen Klopp's sky-high popularity is examined in Mosse Makes the Case (14:41). Also, the guys discuss the best players in the world not named Ronaldo, Messi or Neymar in Ask Alexi (22:20) and break down the rigors of the EPL season affecting players in the World Cup Update (29:21). Finally, a look at the semifinal clashes in Europe and Fernando Torres/MLS rumors headline The Back Three (36:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse look at refereeing decisions in the wake of Gianluigi Buffon's big sending off against Real Madrid in the State of the Union (2:47). In Mosse Makes the Case (14:09), Mosse wonders if winning league titles has lost its luster. Also, Alexi explores what the USMNT should do at future World Cups in Ask Alexi (22:08) and the guys break down Zlatan Ibrahimovic hinting he could un-retire from international duty in the World Cup Update (31:58). Finally, reaction to the Champions League semifinal draw highlights The Back Three (39:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse explore passion vs. fan violence and authentic soccer culture in the State of the Union (4:02). In Mosse Makes the Case (14:26), Mosse looks at what Pep Guardiola needs to secure his legacy. Also, Alexi explains what Zlatan Ibrahimovic is like when the superstar is off-camera in Ask Alexi (26:34) and the guys break down Brazil's striker options in the World Cup Update (33:44). Finally, a preview of the week's big Champions League matches highlights The Back Three (40:09). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices