Carli Lloyd talks USWNT Gold Medal Match, USMNT target Mauricio Pochettino, New women’s pro league?
Podcast:Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast Published On: Tue Aug 13 2024 Description: Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are joined by 2-time Olympic Gold Medalist Carli Lloyd, to recap the USWNT Olympic victory. Mallory Swanson led the team to gold with a second half goal and assist from Korbin Albert. Emma Hayes became just the second USWNT head coach to win every match in their first major tournament. Additionally, the USMNT coaching search continues with Mauricio Pochettino becoming a top target for the job. (4:46) Ten MLS clubs and six Liga MX clubs advanced to the Leagues Cup Round of 16. This week Inter Miami, the defending Leagues Cup champions, face Columbus Crew, the defending MLS Cup champions for a spot in the quarterfinals. Messi’s awaited return is still to come. It is also reported that MLS plans to launch a new professional women's soccer league. Could we see a new league emerge in the upcoming years? (39:34) The guys answer a few #AskAlexi questions on golden goals, paths for career development, and Gio Reyna’s issues with finding a club. They wrap the show with ratings on this summer of soccer. (51:37) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices