American soccer fans, Allianz Field/MNUFC, Christian Pulisic, USMNT — SPECIAL LIVE EDITION

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American soccer fans, Allianz Field/MNUFC, Christian Pulisic, USMNT — SPECIAL LIVE EDITION

FromAlexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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73 minutes

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Apr 30, 2019

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Join Alexi Lalas and John Strong with special guests Adrian Heath, Katie Witham and Bruce McGuire as they talk everything soccer from Allianz Field, the new home of Minnesota United FC. (Note: Recorded live on 4/27)

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Apr 30, 2019

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U.S. Soccer legend Alexi Lalas discusses the biggest stories in the world of soccer. Join Alexi and soccer guru David Mosse, as they break down the USMNT, USWNT, MLS, Bundesliga, Premier League, World Cup & everything in between.

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S E14: Pulisic to Liverpool? + Messi vs. Ronaldo + World Cup: 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 automat by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
70 min listen
S E13: President Trump on World Cup + Ballon d'Or surprise? + Zlatan & Galaxy: 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 W by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
66 min listen
S E3: USMNT's playing style + Champions League + Robben to MLS?: Alexi and Mosse look at the USMNT's style of play in the State of the Union (1:01) and what U.S. Soccer should consider going forward. In Mosse Makes the Case (12:12), Mosse explains why PSG's loss in the first leg of the Champions League tie against Rea by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
33 min listen
S E28: All-female MLS broadcast + Zlatan: lion or lamb? + USMNT vs. Brazil + City & United: 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 pla by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
62 min listen
S E26: American development + USMNT vets + EPL transfer window + Qatar 2022 bid: 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 " by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
54 min listen
S E7: Is diving cheating? + Germany's World Cup striker + Mourinho & Man U + USMNT: Alexi and Mosse break down the hypocrisy of calling players who dive "cheaters" in the State of the Union (2:12). In Mosse Makes the Case (11:11), Mosse explains how Jose Mourinho's ego could be getting the best of him with Manchester United. Also, Alexi by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
45 min listen
S E2: Cordeiro named USSF president + Champions League returns + Christian Pulisic's EPL fit: Alexi and Mosse break down the USSF presidential election in the State of the Union (2:01), after Carlos Cordeiro beat out the likes of Kathy Carter, Eric Wynalda and others for the honor over the weekend. The Champions League returned after a long break by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
46 min listen
S E37: Rooney, Zlatan and MLS playoffs, Real Madrid struggles, USMNT, Chelsea vs. Man U: Alexi and Mosse look at the impact of Wayne Rooney and Zlatan Ibrahimovic on the MLS Cup Playoff race in the State of the Union (5:16). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (18:58) that Real Madrid's transfer policy could be damaging their brand. Then, a USMNT coa by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
68 min listen
S E4: MLS kickoff + Arsenal's decline + Kane, Salah & Aguero at World Cup: Alexi and Mosse prepare for Major League Soccer's upcoming season in the State of the Union (2:01) and the league's relationship with the USMNT. In Mosse Makes the Case (11:19), Mosse explores Arsenal's decline and whether or not Arsene Wenger should ste by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
43 min listen
S E24: FIFA World Cup final + England's loss + Ronaldo to Juventus: 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) by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
50 min listen
S E34: Mourinho and Man U, USMNT's best current trio, USWNT qualifying: Alexi and Mosse break down the embattled Jose Mourinho and his vital role in the world of soccer in the State of the Union (2:44). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (18:17) that Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo may have to wait longer than expected for their by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
60 min listen
S E23: American soccer culture + World Cup quarterfinals picks + Mexico's exit: 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 by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
48 min listen
S E5: Champions League + World Cup & VAR + Neymar injury: Alexi and Mosse discuss FIFA's decision to use VAR at the World Cup in the State of the Union (2:06). In Mosse Makes the Case (11:46), Mosse breaks down how experience has played a big role in Champions League success. Also, Alexi picks which star player by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
45 min listen
S E1: USSF presidential election + Christian Pulisic + Zlatan to LA Galaxy?: In the debut episode, Alexi and FOX Soccer researcher/stats guru David Mosse dive in on the upcoming U.S. Soccer Federation presidential election. Alexi dishes on Eric Wynalda in his State of the Union (1:44), while Mosse goes in on Neymar and Cristiano by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
50 min listen
S E41: Christian Pulisic's frustrations, USMNT coaching search, youth development, MLS Cup: Alexi and Mosse chat about Christian Pulisic's frustration with the lengthy USMNT coaching search in the State of the Union (5:25). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (17:17) that veteran leadership and mentoring young players isn't all it's cracked up to be. Th by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
57 min listen
S E31: USMNT's future + Nations League + Top 10 USMNT players: Alexi and Mosse talk the future of the U.S. Men's National Team in the State of the Union (2:01). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (16:22) for fewer international matches in the soccer calendar. Then, a farewell match for Clint Dempsey and thoughts about the n by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
62 min listen
S E33: USMNT and MLS, Christian Pulisic, Ronaldo's red card, MLS playoffs: Alexi and Mosse discuss the USMNT and domestic player opportunities across MLS in the State of the Union (2:44). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (16:52) that the Champions League shines a bright light on the shortcomings of top-level competitions in South Ame by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
59 min listen
S E11: Zlatan to World Cup? + Buffon red card + USMNT + UCL semifinals: 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 by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
56 min listen
S E40: USMNT vs. England/Rooney, best El Tri players, Boca vs. River, MLS Cup Playoffs: Alexi and Mosse look at Wayne Rooney's planned appearance in the U.S. vs. England match in the State of the Union (4:41). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (21:14) that the Premier League is falling behind the times without the use of VAR. Then, Alexi's favorit by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
67 min listen
S E19: Greetings from Russia! + U.S. lands World Cup 2026 + Power Rankings: 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 by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
81 min listen
S E58: USWNT lawsuit, Zidane/Real Madrid, Atlanta Utd, 2022 World Cup, Christian Pulisic: Alexi and Mosse react to the USWNT's lawsuit filed against USSF in the State of the Union (3:56). Also, Zinedine Zidane's return to Real Madrid is unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (19:30). Then, Atlanta United's slow start, a tournament idea for the USMN by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
71 min listen
S E21: USMNT's missed FIFA World Cup opportunity + New No. 1 in Power Rankings: 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 abou by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
45 min listen
Berhalter's USMNT, MLS vs. Europe, Gold Cup, soccer hangovers, EPL races: Alexi and Mosse break down USMNT manager Gregg Berhalter's visit to FOX in the State of the Union (5:03). Also, MLS vs. European parity is unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (19:13). Then, MLS expansion, Gold Cup groups and playing soccer with a hangover are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:16). Finally, the Premier League races, Champions League and Kaku's ugly incident with a fan all headline The Back Three (43:55). by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
66 min listen
S E30: Clint Dempsey's legacy + UCL draw + USWNT & World Cup + USA vs. Brazil: Alexi and Mosse talk Clint Dempsey's retirement and how he sizes up against other USMNT greats in the State of the Union (2:45). The result of the Champions League group stage draw is looked at in Mosse Makes the Case (15:14). Also, the odds of a World C by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
65 min listen
S E43: USMNT hires Berhalter, MLS Cup final, Christian Pulisic, Ballon d'Or, Boca/River: Alexi and Mosse dish on the USMNT hiring Gregg Berhalter in the State of the Union (2:28). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (18:03) that staging the Copa Libertadores final in Madrid could have major repercussions. Then, preferred destinations for Christian Pu by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
52 min listen
S E59: FC Cincinnati, Ronaldo/UCL draw, Wondolowski's legacy, USMNT roster, Zidane: Alexi and Mosse react to FC Cincinnati's storybook home debut in the State of the Union (2:28). Also, Cristiano Ronaldo and the Champions League draw are unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (17:02). Then, MLS surprises, the FIFA Club World Cup and Chris Won by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
64 min listen
S E16: Klinsmann on USMNT + Real Madrid vs. Liverpool + World Cup groups G & H: 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- by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
69 min listen
S E35: Bradley's USMNT call-up, Lionel Messi's future, USWNT pressure, Mbappe vs. Neymar: Alexi and Mosse question Michael Bradley being in the USMNT roster in the State of the Union (2:22). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (17:50) that we might have seen the last of Lionel Messi in an Argentina kit. Then, pressure on the U.S. men and women's natio by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
67 min listen
S E12: Wenger steps down + NBA & NFL hampering USMNT? + World Cup fatigue: 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 by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
51 min listen
S E22: VAR at FIFA World Cup + round of 16 predictions + Power Rankings: 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 by Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast
34 min listen

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