USMNT's Alex Freeman prepares for World Cup as NFL star's son
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Alex Freeman, son of Green Bay Packers Super Bowl champion Antonio Freeman, is emerging as a key player for the US Men's National Team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Currently a right back, Freeman solidified his spot after moving from Orlando City to Villarreal in La Liga. His father, a former NFL Pro Bowler, has shown increasing interest in soccer as Freeman has transitioned from American football to soccer. Freeman aims to make a significant impact in the upcoming tournament hosted by the U.S.
- •Alex Freeman is the son of NFL star Antonio Freeman.
- •He plays as a right back for the US Men's National Team.
- •Freeman is transitioning from Orlando City to Villarreal in La Liga.
- •The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the U.S.
- •Antonio Freeman had a successful NFL career with the Packers.
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — USMNT rising star Alex Freeman is the son of a Green Bay Packers Super Bowl champion
"Freeman has some impressive athletic genes.
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