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USMNT September Window Preview: Alexi’s Starting XI & Grading USMNT Transfers
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USMNT September Window Preview: Alexi’s Starting XI & Grading USMNT Transfers
Alexi Lalas' State of the Union Podcast›
Sep 4, 20251:02:148.1K views
The USMNT faces its toughest test yet under Mauricio Pochettino, with 13 MLS players and new faces eager to seize their opportunity. Cristian Roldan joins the roster as the squad prepares for friendlies against Japan and Korea Republic. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse tackle three big questions: Is Matt Freese really the No. 1 keeper? Can Gold Cup returnees and stars like Christian Pulisic, Flo Balogun, and Sergiño Dest click right away? And most importantly—can this team best a top-ranked opponent?
Alexi unveils his ideal Starting XI, the guys recap standout club performances, and they hand out transfer window grades for Yunus Musah, Gio Reyna, Malik Tillman, Tim Weah, and Matt Turner.
In #AskAlexi listeners ask about MLS disciplinary drama, including Luis Suárez’s spitting fiasco, and World Cup ticket sales. To wrap the show, Alexi shares his time in Columbus with Pochettino as the countdown to 2026 continues.
Chapter
Intro (0:00)
USMNT September Window Preview (4:09)
Roster Update (4:30)
Burning USMNT Questions (5:46)
Is Matt Freese the Starting Keeper? (7:25)
Alexi’s Starting XI Prediction (13:33)
Grading USMNT Transfer Window (21:40)
World Cup Qualifiers (32:06)
Leagues Cup Final Drama (41:54)
Alexi and Pochettino Meet in Columbus (53:27)
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About Alexi Lalas' State of the Union Podcast:
U.S. Soccer legend Alexi Lalas discusses the biggest stories in the world of soccer from an American perspective. Join Alexi and soccer guru David Mosse, as they break down the USMNT, USWNT, MLS, Bundesliga, Premier League, World Cup & everything in between.
USMNT September Window Preview: Alexi’s Starting XI & Grading USMNT Transfers
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