As the US Men's National Team (USMNT) advances to the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, they secured a 2-0 victory over Bosnia & Herzegovina, setting the stage for a Round of 16 clash against Belgium. Led by coach Mauricio Pochettino, the team demonstrated its strength with standout performances from Malik Tillman and Folarin Balogun in attack, while Alex Freeman excelled in defense.
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At just under 22 years old, Freeman has become a key player for Pochettino’s squad. He recently transferred to Villarreal in January and has been impressive this season, achieving Fotmob ratings of 8.0 and 7.8 in matches against Malaga and Levante, respectively. However, it was his performance against Real Madrid that truly captured attention.
Despite the USMNT losing 1-0 to Real Madrid, Freeman earned the Man of the Match title from Fotmob with an outstanding rating of 8.4. In the match, he recorded 18 defensive contributions and showcased near-perfect ball possession.
Freeman, whose father is former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Antonio Freeman, displays remarkable athleticism and a keen understanding of the game, capable of playing both center back and right back. As he continues to develop, Freeman's future in soccer looks promising.