17 June, 23:49

'Secret love for soccer' put Freeman on U.S. path



United States and Orlando City SC fullback Alexander Freeman said he had a "secret love of soccer" growing up after not following the same sporting footsteps as his father, former NFL player Antonio Freeman. espnfc.com

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