Alexi Lalas

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  1. Dest injury scare, Pochettino to Real Madrid rumblings, U.S. Striker Depth Chart

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    Dest injury scare, Pochettino to Real Madrid rumblings, U.S. Striker Depth Chart

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have a hot off the presses State of the Union Podcast presented by Zillow for your viewing and listening pleasure. Before the the duo dives into the busy weekend abroad for Americans, they addresses the reports tying Mauricio Pochettino to Real Madrid for next season.Up next, the red, white and blue strikers were bagging goals all over Europe as Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi and Haji Wright all got on the scoresheet. How would you split up the key minutes in the March Window? Elsewhere, Sergino Dest went down with an injury. How worried are we under 100 days until the World Cup?In #AskAlexi Alexi and Mosse dive into the center back depth chart and the best soccer and sports movies ever. Intro (0:00)Pochettino to Real Madrid? (3:14)U.S. Abroad: Dest hurt and McKennie vs Pulisic (6:20)MLS Recap: Berhalter a roster lock? (30:07)#AskAlexi: CB depth & Best Soccer Movies (40:18)One For the Road: Carli Lloyd… the skiing legend? (54:02) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  2. Landon Donovan vs Clint Dempsey & Tyler Adams to a Big Six Club?

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    Landon Donovan vs Clint Dempsey & Tyler Adams to a Big Six Club?

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! We kick off the show discussing the Milan Derby coming this weekend and if Christian Pulisic and AC Milan can save their season before giving Yunus Musah some props for goals in back-to-back games for Atalanta. We then go to Spain where Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad booked their spots in the Copa Del Rey final before diving into the latest rumors surrounding Tyler Adams, who is being linked to Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea. We run through some midweek action in the Premier League where Arsenal secured all three points while City drew and preview the weekend’s FA Cup action including Wrexham squaring off with Chelsea. In #AskAlexi, we debate who the greatest pure goal scorer is in USMNT history and in One For The Road, Alexi has some thoughts about the corner kick controversy surrounding the game right now. Presented by Zillow #Zillow A Milan Derby to decide Serie A? (2:48)The Copa Del Rey final is set (11:22)Tyler Adams’ next club (17:40)MLS weekend preview (28:29)#AskAlexi (36:48)One for the Road (43:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  3. 100 Days Out Special: U.S. Starting XI + Brian McBride Interview + World Cup Power Rankings

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    100 Days Out Special: U.S. Starting XI + Brian McBride Interview + World Cup Power Rankings

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union Presented by Zillow. Someday Starts Today. We are officially 100 days out from the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ and we’re talking all things USA. Alexi sat down with USMNT legend Brian McBride to talk about the striker options for the national team, what made the 2002 group that reached the quarterfinals so special, his infamous 2006 bloody nose incident and much more. Afterwards, Alexi and Mosse debate whether Tim Ream should pass the torch to Noahkai Banks for a starting center back spot and touch on the possibility that Banks might switch to the German national team. In #AskAlexi, the pair discuss if Italy can survive the playoffs and finally return to the World Cup and in One for the Road, Alexi gives us his top ten power rankings for teams in this summer’s tournament. Intro (0:00)Brian McBride: Who starts up top for the U.S. & more (2:52)U.S. Abroad: Banks vs Ream, Balogun & Wright keep scoring (28:43)Alexi's U.S. Starting XI Prediction (42:48)#AskAlexi: Italy misses again + Iran at the World Cup (47:27)One For The Road: World Cup Top 10 Power Rankings (54:26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  4. Johnny’s Golazo, McKennie’s Heartbreak & Derby Weekend Preview

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    Johnny’s Golazo, McKennie’s Heartbreak & Derby Weekend Preview

    Stu Holden and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! Stu and Mosse break down a wild two days of Champions League action that saw Weston McKennie score again but Juve’s comeback fall just short, Johnny Cardoso bagging his first goal for Atletico Madrid in a 4-1 win, Bodø/Glimt keeping their Cinderella run alive by shocking Inter at the San Siro, Real Madrid and Vini Jr. getting the last word over Benfica and much more. After, the pair preview some major matches in the Premier League this weekend and four huge derbies across Europe including Der Klassiker and The Old Firm. In #AskAlexi, Stu and Mosse discuss another former MLS manager being sacked in Europe and what that means about the overall quality of our domestic coaches and we wrap up in One For The Road with an MLS weekend lookahead. Intro: (0:00)A wild Champions League week (2:21)Weston and Juventus came so close (10:25)Can Pulisic and Milan find their groove again? (29:34)Derby Day in Europe! (33:26)#AskAlexi (43:59)One For The Road (52:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  5. Ballsy, Gutsy, Golden: What U.S. Hockey Just Taught U.S. Soccer

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    Ballsy, Gutsy, Golden: What U.S. Hockey Just Taught U.S. Soccer

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! The pair discuss both Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi finding the back of the net this weekend for Monaco and PSV, Tyler Adams making his long-awaited return for Bournemouth, and the struggles continuing for Juventus and AC Milan. They then come back stateside where MLS began its 31st season with a bang, a huge meeting between LAFC and Inter Miami at the LA Coliseum in front over 75K fans that the Black and Gold ran away with 3-0. Michael Bradley’s tenure as NYRB manager got off to a strong start, while Matt Turner’s New England Revolution career started with a 4-1 loss to Nashville. In #AskAlexi, the question is posed whether or not the USA will produce multiple world class soccer players and in One for the Road, Alexi wonders what US Soccer can learn from the gold medal winning US hockey teams. Intro (0:00)U.S. Abroad: Balogun & Pepi score, Adams is BACK (4:05)MLS Recap: Michael Bradley wins debut, Javier Aguirre slights MLS, Messi is mad (15:08)#AskAlexi: When will U.S. Men's soccer producer worldwide stars? (32:07)One For The Road: U.S. Hockey is Golden: What can USMNT learn? (39:48) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  6. Balogun’s historic brace, Berhalter vs. Klinsmann, will Messi & Miami repeat?

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    Balogun’s historic brace, Berhalter vs. Klinsmann, will Messi & Miami repeat?

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! The duo starts the show with their preview for the 2026 MLS season and debate if any club can dethrone Inter Miami. After, they dive into the week’s Champions League action, including Folarin Balogun’s brace vs PSG, Juventus losing again despite another McKennie assist and Bodø/Glimt toppling Inter Milan. Then, they break down Christian Pulisic starting on the bench again in Milan’s draw vs Como and Arsenal dropping points to last place Wolves. In #AskAlexi, the question is posed whether or not Jurgen Klinsmann and Gregg Berhalter were good managers just at the wrong time for the USMNT, and to finish in One For The Road, Alexi gives his top 5 MLS jersey power rankings. Intro: (0:00)2026 MLS Season Preview (3:50)UCL Recap: Vini Jr goal overshadowed by racism (16:10)#AskAlexi: U.S. ID & Berhalter vs. Klinsmann (42:34)One For The Road: MLS Jersey Power Rankings (54:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  7. Messi in the Premier League, Harry Kane for the Ballon D'or, tight title races and more

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    Messi in the Premier League, Harry Kane for the Ballon D'or, tight title races and more

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! In today’s show, the pair reacts to the WILD Derby D’Italia between Inter Milan and Juventus that saw Inter prevail despite Weston McKennie's two assists. Alexi and Mosse then break down Patrick Agyemang and Haji Wright banging in goals in the Championship, Harry Kane hitting 500 career goals for club and country, and the close title races all around Europe! In #AskAlexi, the duo are posed the questions of whether or not Lionel Messi would succeed in the Premier League, and if the USA should give Mauricio Pochettino an extension BEFORE the World Cup. To wrap things up in One For The Road, Alexi and Mosse discuss the USA missing out on a dual national. A wild Derby D’Italia (4:56)Agyemang and Haji can’t stop scoring (16:23)Harry Kane gets 500th goal (26:34)Tight title races around Europe (31:31)#AskAlexi (39:03)One For The Road (54:43) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  8. Rumors Swirl around Pochettino, Pulisic & McKennie + Alexi's U.S. Player Power Rankings

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    Rumors Swirl around Pochettino, Pulisic & McKennie + Alexi's U.S. Player Power Rankings

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! Alexi starts the show with his current power rankings of USA players before him and Mosse break down the coming FA Cup and Copa Del Rey action. There are rumors swirling about both Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie’s contract statuses and where they could be playing next season and the pair fully dive into the speculation. In #AskAlexi, we break down Mauricio Pochettino’s recent comments about the trophy he’d most like to win NOT being the World Cup and the possibility of him returning to the Premier League after this Summer. In One for the Road Alexi and Mosse react to the latest Sportico MLS valuations that have Inter Miami at over $1.4 BILLION and if those numbers actually mean anything. Intro: (0:00)U.S. Player Power Rankings (4:03)U.S. Abroad: Tyler Adams is BACK (9:16)#AskAlexi: Pochettino to Spurs? (30:41)One For The Road: One BILLION Dollars (44:41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  9. Best of USA Soccer in 2025, World Cup Predictions, Pulisic dominating Serie A & More

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    Best of USA Soccer in 2025, World Cup Predictions, Pulisic dominating Serie A & More

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are here with a new episode of State of the Union! Alexi hands out his 2025 USA soccer awards, including best player, best goal, and biggest surprise. He also hands out Mauricio Pochettino a grade for the year and dives into the 5 players who most improved their stock in 2025 and the players whose stock fell the most this year. In USA abroad, Alexi and Mosse discuss Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie’s strong form in Serie A, Jedi Robinson continuing a string of solid starts for Fulham and Brenden Aaronson’s Man of the Match performance. In #AskAlexi, we discuss what would constitute a disappointment for the USA in next Summer’s World Cup and debate who the best defenders in our pool are. In One for the Road, Alexi and Mosse share their thanks and a New Year’s message. Use our code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek: ⁠⁠https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU⁠⁠ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30 discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro (0:00)Alexi's U.S. Stock Up (6:20)Alexi's U.S. Stock Down (11:53)U.S. POY & Pochettino Grade (22:07)2026 FIFA Word Cup Predictions (28:21)U.S. Abroad (39:33)#AskAlexi: Best Defenders in World? (51:35)One For The Road: Happy New Year! (60:31) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  10. Weston McKennie stays hot, Messi is back, FIFA World Cup vs. Olympics

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    Weston McKennie stays hot, Messi is back, FIFA World Cup vs. Olympics

    This episode is packed with USMNT storylines, Americans abroad drama, and global soccer chaos across Serie A, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and the Premier League. Alexi Lalas & David Mosse lead with Weston McKennie’s scorching run at Juventus, scoring in his second straight Serie A match and cementing himself as one of the league’s most productive midfielders under Luciano Spalletti… where does he rank among American players right now? We break down Johnny Cardoso’s injury concerns at Atlético Madrid, and mounting pressure as the US midfield picture tightens. Plus: Gio Reyna sidelined again, Tim Weah opens up about struggles at Juve and resurgence at Marseille, and strong EPL showings from Brenden Aaronson and Chris Richards. We also hit Ronaldo’s strike, Messi tuning up ahead of the MLS season, #AskAlexi, and a big-picture debate: World Cup vs Olympics… has global soccer officially passed the Games?  Intro (0:00)U.S. Abroad: McKennie scores, Johnny & Banks hurt (:)Liverpool vs City: Match of the Weekend (:)Messi and Ronaldo are back (:)#AskAlexi: McKennie > Pulisic? (:)One For The Road: World Cup vs Olympics (:) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  11. Stu Holden on his USA World Cup starting XI prediction, Ricardo Pepi's Failed Transfer and More

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    Stu Holden on his USA World Cup starting XI prediction, Ricardo Pepi's Failed Transfer and More

    Stu Holden and David Mosse are here with a new episode of State of the Union! Stu and Mosse start the show by breaking down the end of the European transfer window and Ricardo Pepi’s transfer to Fulham falling through. Stu and Mosse then move through the Bundesliga and Serie A where both Malik Tillman and Weston McKennie scored to continue their strong form. Stu and Mosse then provide a preview for the upcoming Champions League playoff matches including the huge rematch between Real Madrid and Benfica. In #AskAlexi, the pair break down some major moves in MLS including Inter Miami’s latest signing and discuss what’s next for Gio Reyna. Finally, in One for the Road, Stu gives his latest prediction for the USA’s starting lineup in the coming World Cup. Use our code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro: (0:00)Inside the transfer window (2:46)Pepi’s deal to Fulham falls through (6:33)US Abroad: McKennie, Tillman stay hot (19:26)#AskAlexi: No Gio, no cry? (46:11)One For The Road: Stu’s US Starting XI (54:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  12. Christian Pulisic Concern, A New Bid For Ricardo Pepi, the USWNT Running Wild and More

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    Christian Pulisic Concern, A New Bid For Ricardo Pepi, the USWNT Running Wild and More

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! Today we discuss whether or not USA fans should be getting worried about Christian Pulisic’s decrease in playing time and production for Milan. We then break down Fulham’s improved bid for Ricardo Pepi, fill you in with the latest news from the Josh Sargent vs Norwich City saga, and give Patrick Agyemang his flowers for his prolific scoring as of late for Derby County. We give a quick update on various depth defenders from around Europe, including Joe Scally and Mark McKenzie before breaking down the USWNT absolutely ROUTING Paraguay 6-0 in their first match of 2026. In #AskAlexi, we get a voicemail asking if we should be concerned about the state of Goalkeeping for the national team and finish things up with a message from Sepp Blatter in One for the Road. Christian Pulisic concern? (3:57)The latest in Josh Sargent's Saga (10:35)A new bid for Ricardo Pepi (16:15)Updates from around Europe (31:32)USWNT starts 2026 strong (34:44)#AskAlexi (39:27)One for the Road (50:50)What are we watching? (54:11) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  13. Pulisic panic-button, Ronaldo cries, & is Pochettino right to call out Weah on ticket prices?

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    Pulisic panic-button, Ronaldo cries, & is Pochettino right to call out Weah on ticket prices?

    On this episode, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down a massive weekend for Americans abroad across Serie A, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, the EFL Championship, and the Premier League. We dive into AC Milan’s blowout win without Pulisic, ask if it’s officially panic time for his health status, and spotlight Weston McKennie’s elite run of form at Juventus ahead of huge clashes with Atalanta and Lazio. Is Johnny Cardoso’s move to Atlético Madrid already looking like a mistake? Gio Reyna vs Malik Tillman, PSG vs Weah & Marseille, Haji Wright vs Aiden Morris, and even a little Ronaldo-to-MLS rumor mill chaos. Plus, big-picture debates on U.S. players at superclubs, MLS signings, Pochettino calling out Tim Weah on his World Cup ticket prices take, and whether a USMNT World Cup win would rival the 1980 Miracle on Ice. Use our code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*: ⁠https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU⁠ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30 discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro: (0:00)U.S. Abroad: Pulisic panic-button time? (3:20:)Alexi vs Stu: The great Noahkai Banks debate (11:26)Ronaldo is crying (23:46)#AskAlexi: James to MLS (28:17)One For The Road: Pochettino vs Weah (43:28) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  14. Malik Tillman’s Brace, Real Madrid Shocked, Weah & Dest Knocked out & more

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    Malik Tillman’s Brace, Real Madrid Shocked, Weah & Dest Knocked out & more

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! Today we break down all the madness from the final matchday of the Champions League league phase, including a Malik Tillman brace against Villarreal, a massive Benfica upset of Real Madrid, and PSV and Marseille falling just short of their qualification dreams. We then look ahead to this weekend’s Premier League action that will see Brenden Aaronson and Leeds face league-leaders Arsenal, Jedi Robinson and Fulham traveling to Old Trafford, and a suddenly massive match in the relegation battle between Chris Richards and Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest. In #AskAlexi, the boys ponder if the USA is even fully prepared to win a World Cup and in One for the Road, Alexi talks about his upcoming reunion with members of the 1994 World Cup squad. Intro (0:00)Transfer Roundup: Freeman to Spain & Luna rumors swirl (3:51)U.S. in UCL: Malik Tillman bags brace, Weah & Dest knocked out (8:11)UCL Recap: Jose Mourinho & Co win vs Real at Death (16:54)U.S. in EPL Preview: Aaronson hosts Arsenal (21:46)#AskAlexi: USL vs MLS & Is the U.S. ready for a Men’s World Cup title? (30:19)One For The Road: 1994 U.S. Reunion (43:06) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  15. U.S. Starting XI Predictions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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    U.S. Starting XI Predictions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

    FOX Soccer Insider Doug McIntyre drops his first 2026 USA World Cup roster prediction, and we break it all down. From Matt Freese leading the way in goal, to bold calls like Tanner Tessmann starting alongside Tyler Adams in the midfield. We analyze Doug’s full Starting XI, major omissions (Johnny Cardoso, Yunus Musah, Haji Wright, Joe Scally) before Alexi Lalas reveals his own USMNT Starting XI. We also preview a big USA Abroad Weekend Preview plus massive global matchups including Manchester United vs Manchester City, RB Leipzig vs Bayern & the Africa Cup of Nations Final. Before we wrap the podcast, the guys answer questions on the (lack?) of growth of soccer on the men’s game in the U.S in #AskAlexi Would Weston McKennie be the best player on the 1994 U.S. squad? Use my code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro (0:00)Doug McIntyre’s U.S. Roster & Starting XI predictions (5:55)Alexi’s Starting XI (12:22)U.S. Abroad: Sargent sitting out against Wrexham? (17:36)#AskAlexi: McKennie handed #10 on the 1994 World Cup team? (32:55)One For The Road: No Free Fan Fest? (44:58) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  16. Josh Sargent's Transfer Saga, chaos in the AFCON final, Sporting KC's sale and more

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    Josh Sargent's Transfer Saga, chaos in the AFCON final, Sporting KC's sale and more

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! Today, we discuss the utter CHAOS that was the AFCON final between Senegal and Morocco. Disallowed goals, controversial penalties, players leaving the pitch, a missed panenka, fights over towels and so much more went down in Senegal’s 1-0 victory. We go to England next to break down the latest in Josh Sargent’s transfer saga with Norwich City, both Haji Wright and Patrick Agyemang finding the back of the yet, and the potential of a Ricardo Pepi Premier League move. In #AskAlexi, we have a voicemail asking if the USL’s move to a pro/rel system will have a bigger impact than MLS changing its season calendar. Finally, in One for the Road, Alexi reacts to the rumors that Sporting Kansas City will be sold for $700M. Use my code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro (0:00)Senegal vs Morocco Madness (1:51)U.S. Abroad: Sargent MLS upadate, Agyemang vs Wright (13:11)Can City overtake Arsenal or is EPL race over? (24:18)#AskAlexi: USL Pro/Rel vs MLS Schedule change (34:25)One for the Road: SKC set to sell? (46:25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  17. USA Abroad Preview: Tyler Adams injury scare, FIFA Best XI revealed

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    USA Abroad Preview: Tyler Adams injury scare, FIFA Best XI revealed

    This week on USA Abroad, we break down Tyler Adams’ tough MCL news ahead of Bournemouth’s clash with Burnley. We also dive into Aaronson vs. Richards in Leeds, and Jedi Robinson’s strong Carabao Cup showing ahead of Fulham vs Forest. In Italy, Pulisic and Milan aim to defend their Supercoppa crown in Saudi Arabia, while McKennie’s Juventus host Roma in a key top-five battle. Gio Reyna faces his former club as Dortmund meet Gladbach, and Leipzig vs Leverkusen delivers a massive Bundesliga six-pointer. We wrap with full reaction to the 2025 FIFA Awards: Dembele crowned Best Men’s Player (Yamal snub?), Luis Enrique and Sarina Wiegman take coaching honors, and we break down the Best XI. Use my code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro (0:00)USA Abroad: Adams injury, Jedi Assist, Gio's return (5:51)FIFA Awards: Dembele wins again, Best XI's of the Past (18:26)#AskAlexi: FIFA Fan Purity Test & More (29:21)One For The Road: Alexi's Christmas with Arsenal (42:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  18. FOX Sports FIFA World Cup™ 2026 Draw Reaction

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    FOX Sports FIFA World Cup™ 2026 Draw Reaction

    Landon Donovan, Cobi Jones, and Brad Guzan come together for a comprehensive dive into the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the draw.  Landon dives into the big storylines around Mexico, Germany, Spain, and Portugal, while Cobi jumps in on Canada’s opener, Japan’s chances, and England’s path. Brad brings a goalkeeper’s view on Brazil, Belgium, Argentina, and more. Throughout, they highlight the stars to watch, circle can’t-miss matchups, and throw out bold darkhorse picks. Can Morocco mirror their run in Qatar? How will Argentina and Portugal handle Messi and Ronaldo, respectively.  The crew also comes together for a full deep dive on Group D, sizing up the USMNT’s road through Paraguay, Australia, and the UEFA playoff winner before picking every their champion, Golden Ball & Golden Boot winners.  Intro (0:00) Group A (2:46) Group B (7:22) Group C (12:38) Group D: USA tops group? (19:03) Group E (33:33)  Group F (37:52) Group G (41:17) Group H (44:39)  Group I (48:00) Group J (52:34) Group K (5623:) Group L (59:18) Way-Too-Early World Cup Champion Picks (61:47)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  19. U.S. Abroad: Pulisic's slump, Agyemang & Wright keep scoring, McKennie looking for move?

    ٢٢ يناير

    U.S. Abroad: Pulisic's slump, Agyemang & Wright keep scoring, McKennie looking for move?

    Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! Today we break down all the action from this week’s Champions League slate, including Weston McKennie finding the back of the net for Juventus AGAIN and Manchester City suffering a shocking defeat in Norway. After, we discuss Patrick Agyemang and Haji Wright scoring once more for their clubs in the Championship and a potential $20M move to the Premier League for Agyemang. In #AskAlexi, we debate if Christian Pulisic is in a slump or not for Milan and get to the bottom of Mosse’s amazing mind. To finish up in One for the Road, Alexi reacts to a stunning story about the kidnapping of a former MLS manager. Use my code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro (0:00)Best Turnaround in Sports: Indiana vs Leicester City (2:50)UCL Recap: McKennie Scores, City falls in major upset (5:38)U.S. in Championship: Agyemang & Wright keep scoring (20:19)#AskAlexi: Pulisic slump? (30:22)One For The Road: The Athletic details former MLS coaches kidnapping (42:22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  20. Hermann Awards Special: Brad Friedel & John Harkes on U.S. expectations, finalists on college pathway

    ١٦ يناير

    Hermann Awards Special: Brad Friedel & John Harkes on U.S. expectations, finalists on college pathway

    Alexi Lalas headed to St. Louis for the annual Mac Hermann Awards, college soccer's highest honor, to sit down with the finalist to pick their brains on the evolution of the game in the U.S. He was also joined by two USMNT legends, Brad Friedel and John Harkes, to preview the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, look back at how far the men's game has come since 1994, & a peak ahead to where the college game is headed. Use our code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro (0:00)Brad Friedel - U.S Soccer Legend (2:12)John Harkes - U.S Soccer Legend (18:41)Donavan Phillip - 2025 Hermann Award Winner - NC State (36:46)Izzy Engle - Notre Dame MF/FW (41:10)Jordynn Dudley - FSU Forward (43:45)Jasmine Aikey - 2025 Hermann Award Winner - Stanford (45:58)Richie Aman - Washington Midfielder (48:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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