Football vs. fútbol: Who is the best Freeman? Dad Antonio salutes son Alex

World CupFootball vs. fútbol: Who is the best Freeman? Dad Antonio salutes son AlexAlex Freeman, son of former Green Bay Packers wideout Antonio Freeman, has stepped up for the U.S. men’s national team in the World Cup.Alex Freeman of the United States celebrates after the team's 2-0 victory in the World Cup Group D match against Australia at Seattle Stadium on Friday.Jared C. Tilton / FIFA via Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 25, 2026, 2:11 PM EDT / Updated June 25, 2026, 2:11 PM EDTBy David K. LiWhen former Green Bay Packers star Antonio Freeman was asked to name the family’s best athlete, the pass-catching great said there’s no doubt: That title belongs to his son.Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscriptionGet exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.Alex Freeman, a defender on the U.S. men’s national team, has emerged as a breakout star of this young World Cup, scoring an electrifying goal in America’s big win over Australia last week.“This guy is 6-foot-4. If I had his height, his long arms and his long legs, I would have been super unstoppable in the NFL,” a beaming Antonio Freeman told “FIFA World Cup on Fox After Hours with James Corden” on Sunday.“But this guy is just 21. He’s just getting started,” he said. “There’s a lot more to come for Alex, and I’m just happy that he is the best athlete in the family and he’s probably going to be the richest also.” The younger Freeman playfully called out proud pops, saying: “Off camera he doesn’t say this!”Green Bay Packers receiver Antonio Freeman at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images fileThe elder Freeman admitted he was initially disappointed that his son didn’t want to pursue football or basketball. He said he hopes all parents will learn the lesson of supporting their kids no matter what endeavor they pick.“When he told me [soccer was his choice], I was like, really?” Antonio Freeman said, overdramatizing his disappointment at the time. “It’s just time...