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

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

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)

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