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Stu Holden on his USA World Cup starting XI prediction, Ricardo Pepi's Failed Transfer and More

from Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast · host FOX Sports

Stu Holden and David Mosse are here with a new episode of State of the Union! Stu and Mosse start the show by breaking down the end of the European transfer window and Ricardo Pepi’s transfer to Fulham falling through. Stu and Mosse then move through the Bundesliga and Serie A where both Malik Tillman and Weston McKennie scored to continue their strong form. Stu and Mosse then provide a preview for the upcoming Champions League playoff matches including the huge rematch between Real Madrid and Benfica. In #AskAlexi, the pair break down some major moves in MLS including Inter Miami’s latest signing and discuss what’s next for Gio Reyna. Finally, in One for the Road, Stu gives his latest prediction for the USA’s starting lineup in the coming World Cup. Use our code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro: (0:00)Inside the transfer window (2:46)Pepi’s deal to Fulham falls through (6:33)US Abroad: McKennie, Tillman stay hot (19:26)#AskAlexi: No Gio, no cry? (46:11)One For The Road: Stu’s US Starting XI (54:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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