LIVE Reaction to Spain's SHOCKING draw vs. Cape Verde and previewing Messi, Mbappé and Haaland

LIVE Reaction to Spain's SHOCKING draw vs. Cape Verde and previewing Messi, Mbappé and Haaland

Author: FOX Sports June 16, 2026 Duration: 29:56
Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a LIVE episode of State of the Union! We begin the show discussing the shocking scoreless draw between Spain and Cape Verde. Alexi and Mosse break down everything from a match that will go down as one of the most surprising results in World Cup history. After, we discuss the rest of the days games that saw Belgium-Egypt, Saudi-Arabia and Iran-New Zealand all draw as well. After, we look ahead to the next slate of games that will see Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland and all play and Alexi and Mosse predict if will see one of them break the all-time World Cup goals record. Presented by Zillow #Zillow 0:54: Alexi's appearance on After Hours with James Corden2:45: Spain's shocking draw with Cape Verde7:47: Belgium-Egypt recap9:33: Saudi Arabia-Uruguay recap10:50: Iran-New Zealand recap12:28: Previewing Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland's upcoming games19:36: Will Messi or Mbappé break the all-time World Cup goals record?22:40: Alexi's moment of the day  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tune in to Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast for a distinctly American perspective on the global game. Hosted by the iconic U.S. Soccer figure Alexi Lalas alongside analyst David Mosse, this FOX Sports production cuts through the noise with unfiltered, passionate, and often provocative conversation. The discussion centers on the U.S. national teams-both the men's and women's sides-tracking their progress and dissecting their performances with a critical eye. But the scope of this podcast extends far beyond domestic borders, diving deep into the major European leagues like the Premier League and Bundesliga, while also keeping a close watch on Major League Soccer's evolving landscape. Every major tournament, from the World Cup to continental championships, is broken down with the same intensity. What you'll hear is analysis shaped by Lalas's unique experience as a player and pundit, offering arguments that are as engaging as they are informative. It’s a regular audit of soccer's most pressing topics, delivered with the kind of candor and personality that sparks debate among fans. For anyone invested in the sport's biggest stories, especially through an American lens, this show provides a essential weekly listen.
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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a LIVE episode of State of the Union! Today we react to Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Morocco and why Mosse was so disappointed by the result. After, we break down the rest of the match…
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Duration: 21:12
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Group L Preview: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:37
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Group K Preview: Portugal, Colombia, DR Congo, Uzbekistan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:52
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