USMNT Transfer Round Up, Messi Skips MLS All-Star Game, JP Dellacamera Joins the Show

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and special guest JP Dellacamera break down a thrilling Women’s Euros semifinal round, as England escapes Italy in extra time and Spain edges Germany behind Aitana Bonmatí’s heroics. The final is set: England vs. Spain, this Sunday on FOX. The crew also recaps the latest from the Women’s Copa América, with Argentina and Brazil through to the semifinals and Colombia close behind. Then it's on to the latest U.S. transfer buzz, including Weston McKennie potentially joining Atlético Madrid, Matt Turner’s Lyon move falling apart, and Josh Sargent turning down Wolfsburg.
JP Dellacamera — the godfather of American soccer broadcasting — reflects on his legendary career, calling 17 FIFA World Cups, breaking into the booth in the 1980s, and helping shape the voice of the sport in the United States.
To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse take on a listener question: how would the USMNT fare at the 2026 World Cup if teams could only select players from their domestic leagues? And finally, they weigh in on Messi skipping the MLS All-Star Game.

Intro (0:00)
UEFA Women’s Euros 2025 Final Set (5:59)
Argentina & Brazil Advance to Copa Semis (16:32)
Godfather of Soccer Broadcasting Speaks on His Career (18:49)
“We Are A Soccer Nation” (34:00)
What if World Cup teams could only select players from their domestic league? (43:15)
USMNT Transfer News: Matt Turner’s Deal Falling Apart (47:35)
Messi Skips MLS All-Star Game (55:37)

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