Tyler Adams tops Manchester City, Sargent sidelined with injury, Messi's Inter Miami forced into Game 3

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse dive into the USMNT weekend abroad, kicking things off in the Championship. Brenden Aaronson and Haji Wright got on the scoresheet in each of their wins, while Josh Sargent was sidelined due to a groin injury. Moving up a level in England, Tyler Adams and Bournemouth took down the Premier League giants with a 2-1 win at home. The Gunners also dropped points to Newcastle as Liverpool moved to the top of the table. Back stateside, the MLS Cup Playoffs drama continues. The defending champs Columbus Crew are out with two straight losses to the NY Red Bulls, and Atlanta United forced a game three against Messi and Inter Miami. (4:24)

To wrap the show, the guys discuss Apple TV and MLS Cup coverage, ex players becoming professional referees, and Mauricio Pochettino approval ratings ahead of the political season and November window. (38:47)

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