USMNT Friendlies Set & Transfers Heating Up, Gio Reyna to LAFC?

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Chelsea dominated PSG 3-0 to lift the Club World Cup trophy, thanks to Cole Palmer’s brace. Alexi and Mosse break down the success of the tournament and what it means leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then, we shift focus to the U.S. Men’s National Team as the fall friendly slate is unveiled. Matchups against Korea Republic, Japan, Ecuador, and Australia will set the stage for key player evaluations. We also dive into the latest transfer buzz including Josh Sargent’s EPL aspirations, Gio Reyna possibly moving to LAFC, and the never-ending Weston McKennie saga.
In MLS, can Lionel Messi extend his unreal scoring streak against FC Cincinnati? We preview Wednesday’s massive Eastern Conference matchups and how the playoff picture is shaping up.
On the women’s side, the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 quarterfinals are here. We preview all four matchups, loaded with history and firepower.
Plus, in #AskAlexi, the guys discuss the possibility of the USMNT winning a World Cup in their lifetime. A voicemail digs into the origin of Statman Mosse’s nickname, and celebrating the New York Cosmos return wraps the episode.

Intro (0:00)
Chelsea Wins CWC (6:32)
USMNT Upcoming Schedule (19:19)
Transfer News: Weah, McKennie, Sargent, Reyna on the Move? (22:14)
Messi’s Historic Run (32:19)
UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Quarterfinals Kickoff (41:09)
#AskAlexi: Will the USMNT ever win the World Cup in Alexi’s lifetime? (45:23)
One for the Road: Cosmos are Back (52:37)

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