Alexi Lalas

Former Soccer Player, Executive, Sports Analyst

USA Birmingham, Michigan, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer Soccer Player, Executive, Sports Analyst
NationalityUSA
Date of Birth01/06/1970
Age56 years
BirthplaceBirmingham, Michigan, USA

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Bio/Wiki

Full NamePanayotis Alexander Lalas
Known AsAlexi Lalas
EthnicityGreek-American
Notable ForStandout defender for the US Men's National Team during the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups; first American to play in Italy's Serie A

Physical Stats & More

Height1.91 m
FootRight
Main PositionCentre-Back

Educational Qualification(s)

UniversityRutgers University
College SportCollege Soccer

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseAnne Rewey
ChildrenTwo

Relationships & More

SiblingGreg Lalas (Retired, brother)

Family

SiblingsGreg Lalas
ChildrenTwo

Career

National TeamUS Men's National Team (1991–1998), 96 appearances, 9 goals
Professional Clubs
  • Padova (Italy, Serie A)
  • New England Revolution (MLS)
  • MetroStars (MLS)
  • Kansas City Wizards (MLS)
  • LA Galaxy (MLS)
Executive Roles
  • President and GM of LA Galaxy
  • President of San Jose Earthquakes
  • GM of New York Red Bulls
  • Founding member of MLSPA Executive Board
Current RoleLead Studio Analyst for Fox Sports (since 2015)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Won the Hermann Trophy in 1991
2. Played in the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups
3. Appeared as an actor in Arli$$ (1996) and The Big Green (1995)
4. Served as President of the MLS Players Association for one year
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