Alexi Lalas

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a LIVE episode of State of the Union! Cape Verde against all odds have advanced to the knockout round in its first ever FIFA World Cup™ appearance in one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history. Alexi and Mosse react to this extraordinary feat by the Blue Sharks who will now face Lionel Messi and Argentina in the Round of 32. We then break down Uruguay crashing out, Ousmane Dembélé bagging a hat trick and more. To end the show we look ahead to the final day of the Group Stage and Alexi has his Moment of the Day. Presented by Zillow #Zillow 1:22: Cape Verde Advance to Knockout Stage!! 4:09: Uruguay Crash Out of the Tournament 6:45: Ousmane Dembélé’s Bags a Hatty 12:54: Final Thoughts on the USA's Group Stage 21:26: Previewing Final Day of the Group Stage 26:55: Alexi's Moment of the Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the start of the 2026 World Cup, Jason revisits his conversation with Fox Sports lead soccer analyst and USMNT '94 World Cup legend Alexi Lalas . Alexi shares his lifelong passion for the game, from youth sports to the global stage. He highlights the unique qualities that make soccer so infectious worldwide and discusses his predictions for how the 2026 tournament would take over North America. Bring on the Stupid: A wild and rowdy Danish National Mullet Championship in Copenhagen brought together thousands of spectators to watch men proudly show off their 'manes.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryen opens with the insanity at the Garden as the Knicks come back from 29 points down to take a 3-1 lead over the Spurs in the Finals. Then, Knicks analyst Steve Novak joins for perspective from inside the building, including what Josh Hart had to say the morning after and more reaction to Game 4. Next, Fox soccer analyst and USMNT legend Alexi Lalas stops by to preview the World Cup, discuss expectations for the U.S., revisit the 1994 World Cup, and reflect on his role as U.S. Soccer's bad guy. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including an AITA hoops edition and lying to your wife. KNICKS INSANE GAME 4 COMEBACK (2:00) STEVE NOVAK (21:20) Talking to Josh Hart the morning after Game 4 (30:10) What swung the game? (39:00) OG has been unbelievable (40:15) Credit Mike Brown for Alvarado (47:25) Greatest shot in Knicks history? ALEXI LALAS (53:45) What did we learn from the USMNT friendlies? (58:10) Looking back on the impact of the '94 World Cup (1:00:00) His role as U.S. Soccer's bad guy (1:03:00) Tournament expansion (1:05:00) The USMNT's group outlook (1:06:55) How many "Tier 1" teams are there? (1:10:00) How is the U.S. as a host? (1:14:30) What are the USMNT's strengths and weaknesses? LIFE ADVICE (1:18:30) _ _ _ _ _ Learn more at https://m365copilot.com/work _ _ _ _ _

In this exclusive conversation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, Tom Brady and Zlatan Ibrahimović reflect on their legendary career paths, the relentless mental toughness required to sustain excellence, and how they channeled an insatiable drive to stay at the top for decades. They also dive deep into leadership styles and the anatomy of iconic moments, like Zlatan's infamous bicycle kick. Plus, Tom Brady shares his firsthand advice with Zlatan on transitioning from the pitch to the FOX Sports analyst desk. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:00 Becoming Zlatan 9:38 Tom Brady’s Path 16:14 Mental Toughness 21:42 The Infamous Bicycle Kick 25:42 Leadership & Anger 30:45 Never Satisfied 36:54 World Cup Prep 43:16 The GOAT Mindset 50:51 Zero Distractions 57:59 Analyzing Fandom 1:06:17 Brady’s Advice For Zlatan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FOX Sports FIFA World Cup Rank hits the home stretch! Alexi Lalas, Stu Holden, and Mo Edu break down the elite, from Messi and Bellingham to Rodri and Valverde. Who will edge closer to the top? Find out the top 10 on June 1st! Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - Players 25-21: Luis Díaz DISRESPECTED 3:50 - Can Antoine Semenyo find his club form with Ghana? 5:01 - Players 20-16 - Declan Rice & Jude Bellingham due for big summers for England? 9:40 - Lionel Messi WAY TOO LOW?! 12:03 - Should Messi be closer to Cristiano Ronaldo? 17:20 - Players 15-11: Will Raphinha lead Brazil on a deep run? 18:05 - Rodri vs Federico Valverde 25-21: Luis Díaz DISRESPECTED 3:50 - Can Antoine Semenyo find his club form with Ghana? 5:01 - Players 20-16 - Declan Rice & Jude Bellingham due for big summers for England? 9:40 - Lionel Messi WAY TOO LOW?! 12:03 - Should Messi be closer to Cristiano Ronaldo? 17:20 - Players 15-11: Will Raphinha lead Brazil on a deep run? 18:05 - Rodri vs Federico Valverde Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! Weston McKennie’s strong run of form for Juventus has posed the question: is he the greatest midfielder in USMNT history? After the debate, Alexi and Mosse discuss the impact that players such as Brenden Aaronson and Diego Luna will have on the USA’s squad at this summer’s World Cup. The January transfer window has opened and Ricardo Pepi’s name is flying around with a potential move to the Premier League looming, so the pair discuss what moves they’d like to see in this window. In #AskAlexi, Alexi power ranks the group stage matches he is most looking forward to at the World Cup and in One for the Road, we discuss the rising popularity of soccer in America. 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 $30 discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro: (0:00) Is Weston McKennie the greatest USA midfielder ever: (4:11) Will Brenden Aaronson or Diego Luna have a bigger World Cup impact: (11:11) Managers getting sacked left and right: (14:29) Ricardo Pepi to the Premier League?: (26:20) #AskAlexi: (31:29) One For the Road: (41:07) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most people know Alexi Lalas as the former soccer star who came to fame during the 1994 World Cup and now serves as an analyst for Fox Sports, but what music fans should know is that he is accomplished musicians with 8 solo albums, AND... he LOVES Hair Metal! I had a great time chatting with Alexi about soccer and music... check it out!

There were so many factors that made the 1994 World Cup a success. Great marketing. Success on the pitch for the US Men's National Team. And, importantly, a roster full of personalities to whom America could uniquely connect. There's probably no better example of that than Alexi Lalas . The larger-than-life personality looked like a rock star with long red hair, and became indispensable for his play on the field as well. Lalas, now a broadcaster for Fox Sports , joined Founding Futbol to talk about how he combined his love for music with soccer and considered himself an entertainer, first, on the field. He also shares memories from his time at Rutgers, how he progressed to the USMNT, what it was like playing in the 1994 World Cup and how he transitioned into broadcasting. Founding Futbol is a year-long exploration of the critical moments that have led to soccer's emerging popularity in America. Visit our website for more information: ⁠⁠FoundingFutbol.com Subscribe to Founding Futbol on your platform of choice. Host: Kent Malmros Guest: Alexi Lalas (Former USMNT Player) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.