NewsNBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – Local NewsJuly 1, 2026Miami-Dade
South Florida native Alex Freeman competes in World Cup
South Florida soccer player Alex Freeman is representing Team USA in the World Cup following a career path that included stints with Orlando City's academy and Villarreal. His family and former coach reflect on his journey from local youth leagues to the international stage.
Read the full story at NBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – Local NewsWhy It Matters
A local athlete is participating in the World Cup, representing the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team in a match against Bosnia.
Key Facts
- Alex Freeman is a 21-year-old soccer player currently playing for the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team.
- Team USA is scheduled to play against Team Bosnia on Wednesday night.
- Freeman previously played for Orlando City's academy and their MLS Reserve team for three seasons.
- Freeman has played for the professional club Villarreal.
- The match will be broadcast in Spanish on Telemundo and Peacock.
Who's Mentioned
organizationWeston FC Academy“Former youth academy for Freeman”personAlex Freeman“21-year-old soccer player for Team USA”organizationTelemundo“Broadcaster for the match”personJake Hinkle“Stepfather and first coach of Alex Freeman”organizationTeam USA“U.S. Men's National Soccer Team”organizationPeacock“Broadcaster for the match”organizationOrlando City“Academy and MLS Reserve team Freeman played for”organizationTeam Bosnia“Opponent in the upcoming soccer match”organizationInter Miami“Academy Freeman tried out for but did not make”organizationVillarreal“Professional club Freeman played for”