Pulisic breaks Guardian’s 100 Best Footballers, McKennie & Tillman shine, Netflix wins Women’s World Cup rights

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse unpack The Guardian’s Best 100 Male and Female Footballers. Christian Pulisic is the only American male to make the list, but is ranked at a lowly number. While on the women’s side, five of the USWNT players are ranked in the top ten, Sophia Smith coming in at number three. Kicking it to the USMNT abroad, Weston McKennie and Malik Tillman star on the weekend with a goal apiece. Brenden Aaronson and Johnny Cardoso also get on the scoresheet in their teams respective wins.

The guys answer a pair of questions in #AskAlexi on the weight of USWNT players competing in Europe in comparison to the men, and Netflix’s FIFA Women’s World Cup broadcast coming in 2027 and 2031. To wrap the show Alexi shares his thoughts on elevating young players to the next level.

100 Best Male Footballers (5:25)

100 Best Female Footballers (13:21)

USMNT Abroad (15:33)

Mosse's Match of the Week (33:34)

#AskAlexi (35:15)

One For the Road (43:37)

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Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Pulisic breaks Guardian’s 100 Best Footballers, McKennie & Tillman shine, Netflix wins Women’s World Cup rights

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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100 Best Male Footballers (5:25)

100 Best Female Footballers (13:21)

USMNT Abroad (15:33)

Mosse's Match of the Week (33:34)

#AskAlexi (35:15)

One For the Road (43:37)

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#Sports #FOX Sports #Alexis Moss #Soccer #News #Sports News

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Messi strikes again, Barcelona & Atletico thriller, Mexican/American dual national panic 1:06:59

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse broke down Messi’s electric goal in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Inter Miami and LAFC both advanced to the Round of 16. MLS league play also continues this weekend with the new San Diego squad set to host their first home match at Snapdragon Stadium. Over in Europe, Barcelona and Atletico played to a 8-goal thriller in Copa Del Rey. Johnny and Real Betis prepare to take on title contenders Real Madrid in league action. Antony’s red card has officially been cancelled and will be available for the big match. The FA Cup and Coppa Italia roll on this week with Americans looking to continue their run. Christian Pulisic makes big news as he closes in on a contract extension with AC Milan through 2029. (6:19) In #AskAlexi the guys answer questions on the possibility of MLS players winning a Ballon d’Or and Mexican/American dual national players. To wrap the show they speak on collegiate soccer working with U.S. Soccer to play year-round. (41:24) CONCACAF Champions Cup recap & MLS preview (6:19) Weekend Abroad (23:13) #AskAlexi (41:24) One for the Road: Year-round collegiate soccer (54:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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MLS Opening week recap, Sargent remains unstoppable, USWNT tops Colombia & Australia 56:47

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dive into Major League Soccer’s opening week. It was an electric start for San Diego FC as they took down the reigning MLS Cup Champions. Bruce Arena’s debut with San Jose was also unforgettable, topping Salt Lake 4-0. Additionally, Alexi breaks down the infamous playing out of the back and giveaway goals we continued to see this weekend. Over in Europe, Josh Sargent remained unstoppable in the Championship. He earned a brace against Stoke City and recorded his 20th goal at home in 23 matches. AC Milan’s struggles continued in Serie A as Christian Pulisic missed his first career penalty kick. To cap off the weekend, the guys discussed the USWNT’s SheBelieves performance and back-to-back wins among many international debuts. (6:30) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse chat about MLS expansion options, two-tiered pro/rel system or east and west split divisions. The guys send best wishes to former USMNT goalkeeper Tony Meola as he recovers from a heart attack. (37:01) MLS Opening weekend recap (6:30) CONCACAF Champions Cup Preview (17:13) USMNT Abroad (19:55) UCL Round of 16 (30:35) SheBelieves Cup (33:46) #AskAlexi (37:01) One for the Road: Best wishes to Tony Meola (43:03) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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MLS preview with Taylor Twellman, Americans crash out of UCL, USWNT take on SheBelieves Cup 1:17:26

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are joined by Apple TV’s Taylor Twellman for a look into the 2025 Major League Soccer season. They discuss the biggest transfers of the offseason, Bruce Arena and Gregg Berhalter’s first year in the league, USL expansion league, and more. In the CONCACAF Champions Cup’s, Djordje Mihailovic and the Colorado Rapids topped LAFC in leg-1 of the first round. Over in Europe, seven Americans made a Champions League exit. Tim Weah scored a banger for Juventus, but it was not enough to advance the squad past the knockout stage. The U.S. Women’s National Team is back in action this week as they face Colombia in their first SheBelieves Cup group stage matchup. (4:56) To wrap the podcast, Alexi and Mosse dive into the game that got them into soccer, parallels between hockey and soccer, and 30 years of MLS. (54:58) Taylor Twellman joins the Pod (4:56) CONCACAF Champions Cup (30:32) Champions League Recap (32:56) SheBelieves Cup Preview (53:04) #AskAlexi (54:58) One for the Road: 30 Years of MLS (66:29) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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USL takes on MLS, Captain McKennie & Weah shine in derby, Josh Sargent stays hot 1:07:46

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are fired up about the United Soccer League launching a new Division One League in 2027-28. Details on timeline, competition format, and clubs participating will be announced in coming months. The big question remains, is promotion/relegation in the cards for the new league? Over in Europe, Captain Weston McKennie led Juventus to a Derby D’Italia win, and Tim Weah stepped up big on defense. Josh Sargent continued his scoring streak for Norwich. He currently holds the most goals for a single team in the Championship since his debut in 2022. Daryl Dike was back in action after a long awaited return and Paxton Aaronson headed a goal in for Utrecht. The Americans look to continue their form in the Champions League, alongside Real Madrid and Manchester City vying for a Round of 16 spot. (9:09) The guys answer a few questions on soccer vs hockey rivalries and MLS kits ahead of the 2025 season. To end the show Alexi recaps his trip to Syracuse University for conversations with FOX Sports U. (45:52) USL launches new Division One league (9:09) USMNT Abroad (21:15) Champions League Preview (37:09) CONCACAF Champions Cup (42:36) #AskAlexi (45:52) One for the Road: Conversations with FOX Sports U (54:56) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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McKennie’s Champions League screamer, Emma Hayes drops USWNT Roster, Future of USMNT striker pool 1:04:39

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David Mosse and special guest Stu Holden broke down the U.S. Women’s National Team SheBelieves roster for the February window. Emma Hayes called up her 23-player squad without Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Mallory Swanson. The guys were also fired up after an exciting day of Champions League action. Manchester City and Real Madrid went back and forth in a 5-goal thriller. Jude Bellingham recorded the winner in stoppage time. Weston McKennie shined in UCL leg-1 against PSV. He opened the scoring for Juventus with a screamer in the first half. With Ricardo Pepi out for the PSV season, Mosse and Stu spoke on the USMNT striker pool heading into the CONCACAF Nations League. (5;46) To wrap the show the duo discussed the 22-0 US Men’s U-17 win over the U.S. Virgin Island, Stu’s youth sports conundrum, and Valentine’s Day plans. USWNT SheBelieves roster drop (5:49) Champions League Recap (12:56) USMNT Abroad (19:41) #AskAlexi (42:20) One for the Road: Youth sports conundrum (51:49) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Josh Sargent’s streak continues, Super-sub Pulisic, Mbappe's Madrid derby debut 51:31

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse react to last week’s USMNT club action. Christian Pulisic delivered a man of the match performance and recorded both assists in AC Milan's win. Josh Sargent remained hot, earning his fourth goal in three consecutive matches for Norwich City. Sargent will be crucial up top for the USMNT with Ricardo Pepi recovering from knee surgery. PSV ruled Pepi out for the remainder of the season. In the FA Cup Plymouth stunned Liverpool with a fourth round defeat behind Ryan Hardie's goal from the spot. Mbappe leveled the score in his first Madrid derby, becoming the youngest player to earn 500 goal contributions. (9:54) The guys answer questions on the wave of star players moving to South America and New Orleans hosting international soccer games. Alexi and Mosse also share thoughts on Super Bowl parties, celebrations, and festivities to wrap the show. (29:25) USMNT Abroad (9:54) Ricardo Pepi injury update (18:54) Mosse’s Matches (21:12) Star players to South America (29:25) Super Bowl reactions (41:47) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Tom Bogert joins the Pod to talk January transfer window, USMNT players that need a move, U.S. Open Cup & more 40:56

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Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and MLS Insider Tom Bogert discuss MLS transfers during this January window including Cucho Hernandez, Dejan Joveljic, Emmanuel Latte Lath, and Miguel Almiron. They talk Neymar's transfer to Santos, and how close the Chicago Fire actually was to signing the soccer legend. They also unpack thoughts on the U.S. Open Cup and the 16 MLS squads competing. Last but not least Tom Bogert drops his top USMNT players who need a new club as soon as possible. (6:19) To wrap the show Alexi and Mosse look at Sportico’s 2025 MLS team valuations and the five teams worth over 1 billion dollars. (29:47) Tom Bogert joins the pod (6:19) How close was Neymar to Chicago Fire? (7:48) U.S. Open Cup (21:51) Top USMNT Players who need a new club (23:30) 2025 MLS Team Valuations (29:47) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Jedi Robinson goes for an EPL record, UCL knockout phase set, Cucho nears Real Betis transfer 55:20

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap the USMNT weekend abroad. Jedi Robinson stays hot and is on track to take down the EPL defenders assist record. Brenden Aaronson and Josh Sargent both scored big goals in the Championship. Mark McKenzie got the start and scored his first Ligue 1 goal for Toulouse. Tim Weah also recorded an assist off a long shot in Juventus’ home win against Empoli. The Americans are set to face off in the UEFA Champions League knockout phase, which kicks off next week. Finally, January transfers drop in at the deadline with a deal nearing for MLS star Cucho Hernandez. (6:58) In #AskAlexi the guys answer questions on transfer fees and possible plans for 2026 if the MLS switched to the European calendar. They end the show discussing the U.S. Soccer Federation and MLS winning their lawsuit over NASL. (30:36) USMNT Abroad (6:58) UEFA Champions League knockout phase (22:53) January transfer window round-up (24:57) #AskAlexi (30:36) One for the Road: U.S. Soccer and MLS win lawsuit (44:36) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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All Americans advance in Champions League, Saudi Club swings for Vini Jr, USMNT Starting XI for 2026? 56:09

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse broke down an exciting final match day in the Champions League. Christian Pulisic, Ricardo Pepi, and Gio Reyna all recorded goal contributions in their respective matches. Weston McKennie captained Juventus as they advanced to the UCL Round of 32. Manchester City avoided an elimination scare with a comeback in the second half. Neymar, Vini Jr, and Jhon Duran headline some of the final transfers as the January window comes to an end. To wrap the show the guys discuss Alexi’s missed block in the 1994 World Cup against Brazil, Front Office Sports featuring Alexi’s comments from the podcast, and USMNT Starting XI if the World Cup started today. UEFA Champions League Recap (6:28) January Transfer Window Round-up (22:44) #AskAlexi (33:20) USMNT 2026 World Cup Starting XI (43:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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500 Days to 2026 FIFA World Cup, Direction of USMNT under Pochettino, Pulisic, Pepi & Sargent goals 1:04:01

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse share final thoughts on the January window for the USMNT. With a MLS-heavy squad, the guys discussed players that stood out and thoughts on the direction of USMNT under Maurico Pochettino. Over in Europe, Tyler Adams bagged two assists in a big win over Nottingham Forest, Christian Pulisic remained perfect on penalties with a goal for AC Milan, and Josh Sargent made his return to the starting lineup with a brace. A couple big matches are on deck this week in the Champions League, PSV vs Liverpool and Manchester City's do-or-die vs Club Brugge. (6:37) To wrap the show Alexi broke down his Serie A goals from 1994/95, and looked ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup which will kick off in just 500 days. (41:13) Camp Cupcake Recap(6:37) USMNT Abroad (18:51) #AskAlexi (41:13) One for the Road: 500 Days to 2026 FIFA World Cup (49:02) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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USMNT vs Costa Rica reaction, Weah and Reyna draw interest, Namoi Girma record-breaking transfer 59:59

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David Mosse and special guest Stu Holden dove into the U.S. National Team’s 3-0 win over Costa Rica. Brian White and Caden Clark led the way, both scoring their first international goals. Diego Luna also shined in the match, he suffered a nose injury in the first half and minutes later recorded an assist. Next, the guys broke down Champions League action. Bologna dropped two goals in under two minutes to come back on Gio Reyna and Dortmund, and PSG scored four unanswered goals to put Manchester City on the brink of UCL elimination. Mosse and Stu wrap the show with more January transfer news, including Miguel Almiron, Cucho Hernandez, Naomi Girma, and more. USMN vs Costa Rica (3:23) USMNT Abroad (16:52) Champions League (27:09) January transfer window (40:22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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USMNT impress in win over Venezuela, Weah and Adams showout, Neymar and Haaland new deals 39:55

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David Mosse and special guest Doug McIntyre broke down the USMNT’s first of two matches during Camp Cupcake. Maurcio Pochettino’s young squad topped Venezuela behind three first time international goal scorers. Eight Americans also earned their first cap for the USMNT on Saturday. The squad will take on Costa Rica next, in Orlando. Over in Europe, the guys broke down Tim Weah’s goal off the bench and Tyler Adam’s late assist. (1:55) To wrap the show, Mosse and Doug shared thoughts on reports of Neymar returning to his former club Santos and Erling Haaland’s contract extension with Manchester City through 2034. (22:45) Camp Cupcake Recap (1:55) USMNT Abroad (12:10) January transfer window (22:45) Camp Cupcake Recap (1:55) USMNT Abroad (12:10) January transfer window (22:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Camp Cupcake is here, Reyna, Tillman, and Pepi shine, Transfer window moves continue 1:02:24

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick things off with a preview of the USMNT’s upcoming matches against Venezuela and Costa Rica. A few roster changes included the departing of Jalen Neal, Jesus Ferreira, and John Tolkin. Over in Europe, the Americans showed out behind goals from Gio Reyna, Malik Tillman, and Ricardo Pepi. Christian Pulisic came off the pitch in the away win at Como due to muscle fatigue. The January transfer window action also continues with moves from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Randal Kolo Muani, Miguel Almiron, Luca De La Torre, and more. (5:22) In #AskAlexi the guys select a winner from the Spotify wrapped drawing and sign a 1994 denim Lalas jersey as a prize. Alexi and Mosse answer a question on reviving the American only club in MLS, and discuss American Soccer on trial to wrap the show. (40:08) Camp Cupcake Preview (5:22) USMNT Abroad (15:20) January transfer window (24:00) MLS News (27:07) #AskAlexi (40:08) One for the Road (49:28) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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January transfer window round-up: Ricardo Pepi, Kevin De Bruyne, Johnny Cardoso, and more 1:03:34

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dive in the U.S. Men’s National Team weekend abroad. In Serie A, AC Milan and Juventus both drew in their return to league action. PSV also split points in their home matchup against AZ Alkmaar. Ricardo Pepi is likely to extend his contract with the club as several others have had bids rejected. Paxton Aaronson scored a game winner to secure the victory over Feyenoord. Barcelona steamrolled Real Madrid in the Supercopa de España to lift the trophy. In the January transfer round-up, the guys discuss possible moves for Marcus Rashford who was left off the roster in Manchester United’s win over Arsenal. They also talk about MLS transfers that could include Antoine Griezmann, Kevin De Bruyne, and Neymar. (7:34) To wrap the show, the guys answer questions on the future of the USMNT goalkeeper position and the effects of OJ Simpson’s car chase on the 1994 World Cup. Alexi also shares his trip to Chicago for the United Soccer Coaches Convention. (40:19) USMNT Abroad (7:34) January Transfer Window Round-up (33:28) #AskAlexi (40:19) One for the Road (49:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Anson Dorrance, Carla Overbeck, MAC Hermann Trophy Winners, and more join the State of the Union 24:38

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