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Weston McKennie to Leeds United, U.S. hosting Copa América & Gio Reyna's health questioned | SOTU

The Transfer deadline has brought a flurry of moves as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are ready to talk about it! Lalas and Mosse first dive into USMNT's 0-0 draw against Colombia and then react to Weston McKennie's transfer to Premier League side Leeds United. Lalas and Mosse debate whether it was right move for McKennie to play for Jesse Marsch and alongside United States teammates Tyler Adams, Brenden Aaronson. Lalas and Mosse then react to the weekend games that occurred, featuring Manchester City's victory over Arsenal, Wrexham grabbing a 3-3 draw against Sheffield United, Folarin Balogun helping Reims to a 1-1 draw against PSG, and Gio Reyna apparently not being 100% healthy yet for Dortmund. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse debate whether USMNT should be patient in potentially replacing Gregg Berhalter and touch on the MLS' progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Earnie Stewart leaves USMNT, Gregg Berhalter's future, & Weston McKennie to Leeds United? | SOTU

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse welcome you back as they dive into the latest breaking USMNT news of Ernie Stewart leaving the program. Lalas and Mosse debate the implications that this has for the future of United States Soccer and for Gregg Berhalter's USMNT career as well. Lalas and Mosse continue the USMNT theme as they discuss the reported rumors of USMNT international Weston McKennie potentially joining Leeds United to play alongside Brenden Aaronson and Tyler Adams while also talking about the impressive play from Gio Reyna for Dortmund. From the international angle, Lalas and Mosse talk about the FA Cup between Manchester City and Arsenal while also taking a glance at other leagues such as Ligue 1's matchup featuring PSG and Reims. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse continue to talk about Gregg Berhalter's future and Lalas talks about the criticism that he receives from fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gio Reyna is BACK, Weston McKennie and Timothy Weah transfer rumors, & Arsenal's title hopes | SOTU

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back after a weekend FULL of soccer action as they have covered with all the soccer content that you need! Lalas and Mosse dive into everything USMNT related first, as they cover on the latest toward Gio Reyna's wonder goal and his celebration to follow, Weston McKennie transfer rumors to Arsenal, and Timothy Weah transfer rumors to Sevilla/Borussia Mönchengladbach. Lalas and Mosse made sure to dive into USWNT's dominating 5-0 victory against New Zealand this past Friday. Afterwards, Lalas and Mosse react to Arsenal's victory over Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool's boring draw, and Read Madrid picking up a much-needed victory against Athletic Club. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse debate whether Gio Reyna just proved if Gregg Berhalter mismanaged him in the 2022 FIFA World Cup and what is Alexi's best burger option. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dest's future with A.C. Milan, USWNT World Cup hopes, & Berhalter's fate | SOTU

The Premier League and Serie A are getting SPICY this weekend, as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the soccer content that you need! Lalas and Mosse dive into the show by talking about USWNT's victory against New Zealand and touch on their World Cup hopes. Lalas and Mosse react to Yunush Musah winning the USMNT young player of the year award and break down whether Mexico would be a good with Marcelo Bielsa. Lalas and Mosse also make sure to break down action going during the weekend, which features Arsenal trying to pick up a victory against Manchester United and a JUICY matchup between Juventus and Atalanta. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse debate whether Sergiño Dest needs to leave A.C. Milan to get more playing time and Lalas doubles down on the comments he made about Gregg Berhalter's situation with the United States soccer team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gregg Berhalter's USMNT future, Man United topples Man City & Arsenal dominant Spurs | SOTU

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are BACK as they got you covered with all the soccer analysis and news that you need! Lalas and Mosse break down Graham Potter's comments on USMNT winger Christian Pulisic and debate whether Pulisic will move on from Chelsea in the summer. Lalas and Mosse then react to the games that had happened in the weekend, including Manchester's United impressive victory over Manchester City and Arsenal's dominant performance over Tottenham. Lalas and Mosse debated whether Marcus Rashford was offside and react to the fan that kicked Aaron Ramsdale after the Arsenal game had concluded. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse look ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and also discuss what the future may hold for United States manager Gregg Berhalter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pulisic injury, 2026 USMNT World Cup Predictions, Manchester and North London Derby previews

Chelsea and USMNT star Christian Pulisic is out for "months" with a knee injury. Any concern for playing time with major signings coming into the club? Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break it all down. With rumors swirling around the future manager for the USMNT, the guys dive into the time machine and make way too early predictions for the manager role and the roster for the USMNT for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The duo also breaks down Manchester City's shocking loss in the Carabao Cup before looking ahead to their major showdown with Manchester United over the weekend. They also preview the North London Derby between Spurs and Arsenal as well as the Serie A heavyweight bout between Napoli and Juventus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Berhalter/Reyna Drama, Jesse Marsch USMNT interest, and Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr | SOTU

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are BACK with a BANG to start the New Year, as they bring you all the soccer content that you need! Lalas and Mosse dive into the Gregg Berhalter turmoil with Gio and Claudio Reyna. Within the topic, they determine whether Berhalter should be kept as the manager of USMNT. Afterwards, Lalas and Mosse touch on Zinedine Zidane turning down the United States and recap the weekend's action which featured Jesse Marsch's Leeds United pulling out a 2-2 draw against Cardiff City. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse wonder how Zinedine Zidane would have handled the situation with Gio Reyna in the World Cup and ponder if there should be any new changes to the sport of soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and the State of the Union’s end-of-the-year Announcement

Alexi Lalas provides details on State of the Union's break to finish the year and when Lalas and Mosse will be making a return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2:42Dec 20PodcastListen
World Cup Day 23 recap: Lionel Messi, Argentina grab World Cup victory over Kylian Mbappé, France

Day 23 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the tension as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse break down Argentina's victory over France, with Lionel Messi and Emiliano Martínez coming up HUGE in the victory. Lalas and Mosse also analyze Kylian Mbappé's performance and debate whether Lionel Messi is now the GOAT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 22 recap: Luka Modrić, Croatia top Morocco in 3rd-place showdown! | State of the Union

Day 22 of the FIFA World Cup brought the excitement as Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and Stu Holden have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas, Mosse, and Holden recap Luka Modrić and Croatia's victory over Morocco and what it means for Modrić's legacy. Lalas, Mosse, and Holden also preview the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final which features Argentina's Lionel Messi and France's Kylian Mbappé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 21 recap: Kylian Mbappé and France set for World Cup Finals showdown with Argentina!

Day 21 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the action as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse react to Kylian Mbappé and France moving on to the World Cup finals as Morocco's magical run ends. Lalas and Mosse also preview Lionel Messi and Argentina's matchup against France in the World Cup finals and how Morocco could fare in the third-place match against Luka Modrić and Croatia! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 20 recap: Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez propel Argentina to World Cup Finals! | SOTU

Day 20 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the intensity, as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse react to Argentina's victory over Croatia in the 2022 FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals and break down the impressive performance from Lionel Messi and Julián Álvarez. Lalas and Mosse also analyze the other upcoming quarterfinals match between Morocco and France and Gregg Berhatler's rift with Gio Reyna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 19 Recap: Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal STUNNED against Morocco & France survives!

Day 19 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought plenty of action as Alexi Lalas, David Mosse and special guest Landon Donovan have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas, Mosse, and Donovan react to Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal's shocking exit to the 2022 FIFA World Cup after losing to Morocco. Lalas and Mosse then break down England's narrow loss to France and Harry Kane's shocking penalty miss. To wrap up the show, Lalas, Mosse, and Donovan look ahead to the FIFA World Cup Semifinals, featuring Morocco vs. France and Argentina vs. Croatia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 18 recap: Croatia STUNS Brazil & Argentina SURVIVE vs. Netherlands

Day 18 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the drama as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse analzye Neymar and Brazil's shocking loss to Croatia. Lalas and Mosse recap Lionel Messi and Argentina surviving to move on to the 2022 FIFA World Cup Semifinals. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse briefly preview England vs. France & Morocco vs. Portugal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 17 Recap | Morocco STUNS Spain & Portugal better WITHOUT Cristiano Ronaldo?

Day 17 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the upsets, as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse recap Morocco's stunning victory over Spain, headlined by Yassine Bounou's key saves in the penalty shootout. Lalas and Mosse also break down Portugal's impressive victory over Switzerland, starring Goncalo Ramos' hat trick and whether Portugal is better with Cristiano Ronaldo sitting on the bench. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse talk about Gregg Berhatler's reported contract extension with USMNT and look ahead to the quarterfinals which feature tantalizing matchups such as England vs. France and Croatia vs. Brazil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 16 recap: Brazil DOMINATE South Korea & Croatia edge past Japan to WC Quarterfinals

Day 16 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the entertainment as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse bring you all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse react to Croatia's victory over Japan, with Dominik Livaković making three key saves in the penalty shootout victory. Lalas and Mosse then break down Brazil's 4-0 victory, with goals from Vinícius Júnior, Neymar, Richarlison, and Lucas Paquetá. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse talk about Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 15 recap: England & France CRUISE to World Cup quarterfinals

Day 15 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the action as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse recap France's victory over Poland and break down the impressive performances from Kylian Mbappé and Olivier Giroud. Lalas and Mosse also touch on England's victory over Senegal and the eye-opening play from Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse debate whether England has a chance to beat France in the World Cup Quarterfinals preview tomorrow's action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 14 recap: USMNT CRASH out of World Cup & Lionel Messi, Argentina SURVIVE vs. Australia

Day 14 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the excitement as Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and special guest Landon Donovan have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas, Mosse, and Donovan react to USMNT's loss against the Netherlands and break down what went wrong for the United States. The crew also debate whether the United States should keep Gregg Berhalter and what must change in the striker position. Lalas, Mosse, and Donovan also react to Lionel Messi and Argentina''s 2-1 victory over Australia and look ahead to Argentina vs. the Netherlands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 13 Recap: Uruguay FLAME out of World Cup & South Korea advance to knockout stage!

Day 13 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought plenty of drama as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse analyze Brazil's loss to Cameroon and debate whether Argentina or Brazil is in a better position to win the World Cup. Lalas and Mosse react to Switzerland advancing to the World Cup Knockout stage and Son Heung-min, South Korea advancing as well. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse react to Uruguay's confrontation with the referees after the match against Ghana ended and preview USMNT's matchup against the Netherlands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 12 Recap: Belgium, Germany crash out of World Cup & Japan fuels Group E madness!

Day 12 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the upsets as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse break down Japan's upset victory over Spain and the controversy surrounding Ao Tanaka's goal in the 51st minute. Lalas and Mosse recap what went wrong for Belgium's golden generation and Romelu Lukaku's inability to finish in the loss. Lalas and Mosse also praise Morocco for finishing top of their group and also discuss what is next for Hansi Flick and Germany after failing to advance past the group stage in back-to-back World Cups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 11 Recap: Mexico eliminated from World Cup & Lionel Messi, Argentina top Group C

Day 11 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup didn't disappoint as Alexi Lalas has you covered with all the World Cup content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas reacts to Mexico's heartbreaking finish to the World Cup and where Tata Martino and El Tri will move on from here. Lalas then reacts to Lionel Messi, Argentina's gritty victory over Poland and Australia stunning Denmark in a 1-0 win. To wrap up the show, Lalas debates whether Portugal or Argentina has better players to surround superstar attackers Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 10 Recap: United States advance over Iran & Netherlands gearing for U.S. showdown

Day 10 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the drama as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap everything from tonight's action presented by State Farm. Lalas and Mosse break down the United States' 1-0 victory over Iran to advance to the World Cup Knockout stage and discuss whether Christian Pulisic will be fit for USMNT to play against the Netherlands. Lalas and Mosse analyze England's 3-0 thrashing of Wales and what the Netherlands are going to bring against the United States in their round of 16 matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 9 Recap: Brazil edge past Switzerland & Portugal fends off Uruguay

Day 9 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup has come and gone as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse bring you all the analysis that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse break down Brazil's gritty victory over Switzerland and Casemiro's beautiful goal in the second half. Lalas and Mosse also highlight Portugal's 2-0 victory over Uruguay and whether it was Cristiano Ronaldo or Bruno Fernandes who scored the first goal. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse analyze Ghana's 3-2 victory over South Korea and Serbia's 3-3 draw vs. Cameroon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 8 Recap: Germany SAVE WC hopes vs. Spain & Morocco STUN Belgium | State of the Union

Day 8 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the upsets as Alexi Lalas brings you all the analysis that you need! Lalas breaks down Germany's massive draw with Spain and Niclas Füllkrug's impressive goal in the second half. Lalas highlights Morocco's stunning victory over Belgium and Croatia's dominant performance over Alphonso Davies, Canada. To wrap up the show, Lalas highlights Costa Rica's shocking victory over Japan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 7 recap: Messi, Argentina save WC hopes & Kylian Mbappé, France avoid World Cup Curse

Day 7 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the drama, as Alexi Lalas has you covered with all the World Cup content presented by State Farm! Lalas reacts to Lionel Messi, Argentina keeping their World Cup hopes alive with a 2-0 victory over Mexico and to Enzo Fernández's beautiful goal. Lalas breaks down France's victory over Denmark and Kylian Mbappé's greatness. To wrap up the show, Lalas also reacts to Robert Lewandowski scoring his first World Cup goal in Poland's victory against Saudi Arabia and Australia grabbing three points against Tunisia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 6 Recap: USMNT impress vs. England & Iran gearing for United States showdown

Day six of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the excitement as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have with you all the content that you need. First, Lalas and Mosse react to the United States' 0-0 draw with England. Lalas praises Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie's performance while criticizing Walker Zimmerman's efforts. Afterwards, Lalas and Mosse look ahead to USMNT's matchup versus Iran and also react to the Netherland's 1-1 draw vs. Ecuador. To wrap up the show, Mosse breaks down the impact of Neymar's injury with Brazil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 5 Recap: CR7, Portugal edge past Ghana & Brazil DAZZLES Serbia | State of the Union

Day five of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the action! David Mosse and Alexi Lalas have you covered with all the content that you need! Lalas and Mosse react to Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty conversation and Portugal hanging on to a 3-2 victory over Ghana. Afterwards, Lalas and Mosse react to Richarlison's wonder goal against Serbia and whether Brazil should be the favorites moving forward. Lalas and Mosse also react to Switzerland's victory over Cameroon and Uruguay's draw with South Korea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 4 Recap: Japan SHOCKS Germany & Belgium outlasts Canada | State of the Union

Another exciting day of World Cup action and Alexi Lalas has you covered with all the World Cup content that you need! Lalas recaps today's action featuring Japan's shocking win over Germany, as he breaks down the impressive play from players such as Ritsu Doan and Takuma Asano. Lalas highlights Thibaut Courtois' penalty save in Belgium's 1-0 victory over Canada and what the loss means for players such as Alphonso Davies and Tajon Buchanan. Lalas also praises Spain's dominant performance which had Ferran Torres grabbing a brace and 18-year old Gavi scoring a wonder goal in the second half. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 3 Recap: Saudi Arabia STUNS Argentina, Mexico limited, & France dominates! | SOTU

Day three of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought us FIREWORKS ... Alexi Lalas is here to catch you up on all the action. Lalas breaks down Saudi Arabia's STUNNING victory over Argentina and the impact this has for Lionel Messi and Argentina moving forward in the World Cup. Afterwards, Lalas analyzes Guillermo Ochoa's impressive penalty save on Poland's Robert Lewandowski and what the draw means for Mexico's World Cup hopes. Lalas also touches on France's dominant victory which featured Olivier Giroud tying Thierry Henry for France's all-time leading goal scorer and Denmark's draw vs Tunisia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Day 2 recap: England crushes Iran & Gareth Bale forces USMNT draw | State of the Union

The United State's World Cup campaign is underway! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down all the coverage from Day two of the 2022 FIFA World Cup presented by State Farm. Lalas and Mosse react to Timothy Weah's goal and Walker Zimmeran's tackle that led to Gareth Bale's penalty in 1-1 draw between USMNT and Wales. Lalas and Mosse also react to England's statement victory over Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FIFA World Cup picks & predictions | SOTU

The big day is almost here! To celebrate the World Cup starting, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse bring a very special State of the Union episode presented by State Farm where they make their picks for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Some of the notable picks that Lalas made was having Mexico beating France and Serbia making the World Cup Final! To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse make their predictions for the golden boot and the golden glove. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2022 FIFA World Cup: Groups E-H preview, USMNT system, & everything you need to know | SOTU

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is less than a day away! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have all the content that you need to get ready for the big day. To start off the show, Lalas and Mosse preview groups E-H. Some of the featured topics were whether CR7 is a positive or negative for Portugal, are Germany back, Canada to the Round of 16, and much more! Afterwards, Lalas answers questions on which system would work best for USMNT and everything that you need to know before the World Cup starts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup Preview: Groups A-D, Ronaldo's SCATHING interview, and Alexi's album | SOTU

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is just around the corner and Alexi Lalas and David Mosse got you with all the World Cup content that you need! Lalas and Mosse analyze groups A-D and discuss on topics such as whether FC Bayern's Sadio Mané will be fit to play for Senegal, will Mexico be able to compete against Poland and Argentina, can France avoid the World Cup curse that Spain and Germany suffered, and much more! To wrap up the show, Lalas discusses his newest album and Cristiano Ronaldo's scathing interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

USMNT Roster Release Reaction

The USMNT roster is finally here! Alexi Lalas, Stu Holden and David Mosse react to the 26 players that will represent the United States at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. They debate Gregg Berhalter's bold decision to drop Zack Steffen, discuss whether Haji Wright deserved to make the squad over players like Jordan Pefok, and discuss forwards that did (Weah, Morris) and didn't (Pepi, Arriola) make the cut. Then, the guys look ahead to how far this USMNT can go in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

42:36Nov 9PodcastListen
EPIC MLS Cup Recap, USMNT & Brazil WC Rosters, UCL Round of 16 Draw

Did we just witness the best MLS Cup, nay, the best MLS match EVER? Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap all of the wild action as LAFC lifted their first-ever MLS Cup on Saturday. Gregg Berhalter will name his 23-man roster tomorrow. The guys give a short preview before diving into Brazil's 26-man roster announced on Monday. The dynamic duo then breaks down all of the action from Europe over the weekend before picking each Round of 16 Champions League matchup. Who will take the Christian Pulisic vs. Gio Reyna showdown? After we answer a few of your questions, Alexi takes you through when he found out he made the 1994 USMNT roster...you don't want to miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

USMNT Keeper Outlook, MLS Cup Preview, UCL Group Stage recap

A champion will be crowned on Saturday in Los Angeles! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse get you set for the heavyweight showdown between LAFC and Philadelphia. Who will take home the hardware? The Champions League Group Stage came to a close this week and the fellas recap all of the action. Will Son Heung-min be back in time for the World Cup? We also put a cap on our USMNT positional previews and dive into the keeper spot. Will Matt Turner or Zack Steffan get the start vs Wales? We also debate a CONCACAF/CONMEBOL merger in our #AskAlexi segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

USMNT injuries & backline preview, MLS Cup matchup set, Messi to MLS?

USMNT fans didn't need Halloween to get spooked over the weekend with a few key injuries hanging over the squad three weeks out from Qatar. Will Luca De La Torre, Chris Richards, & Weston McKennie make it back in time? Alexi Lalas and David Mosse then dive into the defense for the US. Can we expect Tim Ream to get the call? On the MLS front, LAFC topped Austin and Philadelphia raced past NYCFC to reach the MLS Cup Finals. The guys also recap a massive weekend abroad including Jesse Marsch and Leeds United's win at Liverpool. We answer questions about the US striker pool in #AskAlexi before tipping our caps to the Portland Thorns in One for the Road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FIFA Women's World Cup Draw recap with Carli Lloyd, USMNT midfield & MLS semifinals preview

Fresh off of a plane from New Zealand, USWNT legend Carli Lloyd joins Alexi Lalas and David Mosse to talk about expectations for the back-to-back champions heading into 2023. Has Europe caught up to the US and will they three-peat?We also continue our deep dive into the USMNT player pool ahead of the 26-man roster reveal on November 9th. Who will Gregg Berhalter bring in the midfield past the formidable trio of Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, and Yunus Musah?Alexi and Mosse also preview the Eastern and Western MLS Conference Finals which include Philadelphia vs NYCFC and LAFC vs Austin going down on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

USMNT Striker & Winger preview, MLS quarters recap, Jesse Marsch out?

The MLS conference finals are set. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are here to dive into all the action over the weekend. El Trafico lived up to the hype while Austin, Philadelphia, and NYCFC rolled on. On the international front, Leeds United States has lost four games in a row. Is Jesse Marsch on the way out? A massive match against Liverpool looms this weekend. The guys then kick off their USMNT positional previews ahead of the World Cup roster drop on November 9th by starting up top with strikers and wingers. Will Gregg Berhalter take three or four strikers? We also cover jersey swap stories and the 2024 Olympics in our #AskAlexi segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1990 USMNT compared to 2022 with author Adam Elder, USWNT WC Draw preview

Alexi Lalas is headed to New Zealand for the FIFA Women's World Cup draw, so we have a special edition on today's podcast. Alexi and David Mosse give a quick preview of what to expect this weekend from Auckland. Alexi is then joined by author Adam Elder, who is coming out with a book, New Kids in the World Cup: The Totally Late '80s and Early '90s Tale of the Team That Changed American Soccer Forever, detailing the USMNT's journey to their first World Cup since 1950... are there any comparisons to this year's edition of the US Men's National Team? What could the youngsters of today learn from the past? Make sure to check out Adam's book hitting shelves on November 1st at your favorite bookstore. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/New-Kids-World-Cup-American/dp/1496229436 Book website: https://newkidsintheworldcup.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vazquez & Ream World Cup debate, MLS Opening round recap, Liverpool is rolling

The first round of MLS Playoffs is in the books and Alexi Lalas & David Mosse recap all of the action. The Galaxy topped Nashville to set up a playoff El Traffico, Austin held on vs RSL, & Montreal continues its hot streak. On the European front, Liverpool is back from the dead after knocking off Manchester City. Can they keep this run of form going? We also preview Manchester United's massive week ahead. In #AskAlexi, we dive into the Brandon Vazquez vs Aaron Long play that has USMNT fans in an uproar. We also break down the US federation's preparations for the World Cup in our One for the Road segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mbappé wants out, Juventus & USWNT troubles, MLS Playoff preview

Champions League, MLS Playoffs, and USWNT... oh my. What a week of soccer already with plenty left on the schedule. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse begin with MLS and go game by game to pick winners in the opening round. Will Cincinnati get the upset? Who will take the LA vs Nashville match? On the Champions League front, Kylian Mbappé and PSG are surrounded by rumors, Juventus takes a bad loss, Barca and Inter play in an instant classic, and Brugge moves on for the first time. The guys then look forward to a massive Barcelona vs. Real Madrid tilt this weekend along with a must-win match for Liverpool vs. Manchester City. In our #AskAlexi segment, the guys address Gregg Berhalter potentially losing the USMNT roster and the state of the striker position. We then wrap up the show by addressing the back-to-back losses by the USWNT. Time to hit the panic button? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pulisic Shines for Chelsea, USWNT loss to England, and MLS Decision Day recap

What a final weekend of the MLS regular season! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down all of the action from decision day including Columbus blowing yet another lead and costing Caleb Porter his job... In Europe, the USWNT lost to England, Arsenal continued their winning ways, Dortmund shocked Bayern, and Pepis and Pulisic hit the back of the net. Is the Ricardo Pepi hype train back on the tracks? In our #AskAlexi segment, the guys answer a question on USMNT tactics heading into Qatar. Alexi also hands out his MLS regular season awards... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLS Decision Day Preview, Champions League recap, USWNT vs. England

DECISION DAY IS UPON US! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dive into all of the playoff-clinching scenarios in the Western and Eastern Conferences. Will Orlando, Columbus, or Cincinnati make the final two spots in the East? What a week of Champions League soccer. Brugge plays the role of Cinderella, Inter tops Barca, and more. The guys then preview the massive club tilts in Europe including Arsenal vs Liverpool & Dortmund vs Bayern Munich before chatting England hosting the USWNT. Alexi caps the show with his take on the Yates Report which looked into sexual misconduct and verbal abuse by coaches in the NWSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal is for real, MLS Playoff Picture, what counts as a good USMNT World Cup performance?

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap a wild weekend of soccer as the MLS regular season is roaring to a conclusion. LAFC wrapped up the Supporters Shield while Columbus, Miami, Portland and others fight it out for the last few playoff spots. Is the Supporters Shield a better trophy than the MLS Cup? The guys then dive into soccer across the pond where Arsenal and Manchester City continue to roll on. We also cover La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Serie A fixtures. In our #AskAlexi segment, we debate what constitutes a successful USMNT outing in Qatar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

International Window Recap: WC Group B Scouting Report, Manchester Derby, Spurs vs Arsenal & MLS weekend preview

What a weekend of International soccer! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dive into all the action including the USMNT opponents in Qatar. How did Mexico fare in their two matches? We then look ahead to the weekend of club soccer as the EPL has two massive heavyweight bouts on tap. Will Arsenal stay at the top of the table and take down Tottenham? In our #AskAlexi and One for the Road segments, we let the US fans air out all of the grievances following the Japan and Saudi Arabia matches... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Twitter Spaces Reaction: USMNT vs. Saudi Arabia

The US drew Saudi Arabia in their final friendly before the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse hopped on Twitter Spaces following the match to field calls and let fans air their grievances... Is Matt Turner your starter vs. Wales in goal? How badly does this squad miss Timothy Weah and Yunus Musah? Did Pepi do enough to get a start in Qatar today? Make sure to tune in Thursday for our normal weekend preview podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Twitter Spaces Reaction: Japan tops USMNT 2-0

Alexi Lalas fired up his Twitter Spaces with David Mosse to break down the USMNT loss to Japan in a friendly from Germany. Is Matt Turner the starting keeper? Who really needs to step up on Tuesday in the final match before the World Cup against Saudi Arabia? Make sure to tune into Twitter Spaces next week after the match on FS1 to join Alexi and Mosse as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previewing the USMNT friendlies, UEFA Nations League, Christian Pulisic's upcoming book

The USMNT has two final friendlies in the next few days before they get on the plane to Qatar. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse preview the matches against Japan and Saudi Arabia. What does the rotation at keeper and striker look like? The UEFA Nations League is underway this weekend and two of the USMNT Group B opponents have massive matches. We dive into the England and Wales games as well as Iran's two friendlies. In our #AskAlexi segment, we chat about our perception of Jesus Ferreira and the possibility of taking four strikers to Qatar. Alexi caps the show by giving his take on the recent excerpts released from Christian Pulsic's book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLS playoff & MVP race, Pepi & Pefok score, Juventus troubles continue

The MLS playoff picture is clearing up as teams race to the finish. Austin and Nashville squared off in the 2nd MVP battle this season. Has Hany Mukhtar wrapped it up? We also dive into all of the squads on the playoff line. Will Miami keep this run of form going and make their first-ever postseason appearance? On the international front, the Jordan Pefok debate rages on as he scored over the weekend for Bundesliga-leading Union Berlin... while Ricardo Pepi bagged his first goal in 30 matches. Juventus kept their poor form going... is it time to hit the panic button? We also break down the epic Club America vs Chivas match and the latest surrounding duel-national prospect Alejandro Zendejas. In the #AskAlexi segment, we chat about Chelsea and Chicago Fire keeper Gabriel Slonina... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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