USMNT roster changes, Pulisic’s penalty drama, Is Messi still in the MLS MVP conversation? – The Mutant Gene Podcast with Alexi Lalas

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse discuss the USMNT roster changes as Mauricio Pochettino’s first camp begins. Tanner Tessmann, Brandon Vazquez and Alex Zendejas replace Tim Weah, Folarin Balogun and Johnny Cardoso. Balogun pulled out of camp after suffering a shoulder injury in Monaco’s 2-1 win over Rennes. Who will start as a forward for the USMNT against Panama and Mexico? Christian Pulisic, who will be at the October camp, continues to score for AC Milan but was sent off for two penalties against Fiorentina. AC Milan head coach Paulo Fonseca expressed his displeasure with the decision. Back in the US, MLS is nearing the end of the season and the MVP talks are heating up. Alexi and Mosse share their thoughts on where Messi stands in the race. (5:46)
To conclude the show, Alexi breaks down his own MLS MVP criteria and current ranking. The boys also identify the sport with the best athletes in the world and discuss the players’ transition to life after their career on the field. (42:00)

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