Alex Freeman shines as USMNT star, son of NFL great Antonio Freeman
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Alex Freeman, 21, is making waves during the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a standout for the United States Men's National Team. In his first two matches, he recorded an assist against Paraguay and scored a header against Australia. Freeman is the son of Antonio Freeman, a former NFL wide receiver known for his time with the Green Bay Packers. The junior Freeman expressed pride in forging his own identity while benefiting from his father's achievements. Antonio Freeman reflected positively on his son's emerging stardom, marking a shift in their family's athletic legacy.
- •Freeman has one assist and one goal in the World Cup.
- •He debuted in World Cup action against Paraguay.
- •Freeman is the son of NFL Pro Bowler Antonio Freeman.
- •Antonio Freeman supports his son's journey in soccer.
- •The USMNT is competing in Group D of the World Cup.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — USMNT breakout star Alex Freeman is the son of NFL Pro Bowl wide receiver
- 9:31 PMSports Illustrated — Why USMNT’s Alex Freeman, Son of NFL Legend, Chose Soccer Over Football - Sports Illustrated
"During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 21-year-old Alex Freeman has been a breakout star for the United States Men’s National Team, and he’s carrying on the tradition of athletic stardom in his family – just in a different sport. Freeman is actually the son of longtime NFL standout wide receiver Antonio Freeman, who spent time…
"Alex Freeman, the son of Super Bowl champion Antonio Freeman, scored his first World Cup goal on Friday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 6:30 PMUSMNT breakout star Alex Freeman is the son of NFL Pro Bowl wide receiver
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 21-year-old Alex Freeman has been a breakout star for the United States Men’s National Team, and he’s carrying on the tradition of athletic stardom in his family – just in a different sport. Freeman is actually the son of longtime NFL standout wide receiver Antonio Freeman, who spent time…
- Sports IllustratedJun 20, 2026, 9:31 PMWhy USMNT’s Alex Freeman, Son of NFL Legend, Chose Soccer Over Football - Sports Illustrated
Alex Freeman, the son of Super Bowl champion Antonio Freeman, scored his first World Cup goal on Friday.
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