https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-usmnt-s-alex-freeman-son-of-nfl-legend-chose-soccer-over-footballContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-usmnt-s-alex-freeman-son-of-nfl-legend-chose-soccer-over-footballhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-usmnt-s-alex-freeman-son-of-nfl-legend-chose-soccer-over-football#u9695Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:26:36 +0000USMNT player Alex Freeman scored his first World Cup goal during a victory over Australia. He is the son of former Green Bay Packers wide receiver and Super Bowl winner Antonio Freeman. Freeman chose soccer over the NFL despite pressure to follow his father's professional football career.What's confirmed:Alex Freeman is the son of former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Antonio Freeman.Antonio Freeman is a Super Bowl winner.Alex Freeman scored his first World Cup goal in a U.S. victory over Australia.Alex Freeman is 21 years old.Still unconfirmed:Alex Freeman felt pressure to follow his fa