Career Timeline of Alex Freeman: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Alex Freeman, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Alexander Michael Freeman is an American professional soccer player. He currently plays as a defender for Orlando City in Major League Soccer (MLS). Freeman is also a member of the United States national team, representing his country at the highest level of international competition. His career is centered around professional soccer in both domestic and international arenas.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 2021: Called Up to US Youth Regional Identification Camp

In March 2021, Alexander Freeman was called up to a 28-player United States youth regional identification camp.

2021: Winning MLS Next Cup U17 Championship

In 2021, Alexander Freeman made 30 appearances for the under-17 team, scoring eight goals and providing 15 assists, as Orlando City were crowned the inaugural MLS Next Cup U17 champions.

February 15, 2022: Signing Homegrown Contract

On February 15, 2022, Alexander Freeman signed a four-year homegrown contract with Orlando City, with an option for an additional year.

March 26, 2022: First Senior Appearance

On March 26, 2022, Alexander Freeman made his first senior appearance, starting in a 2–0 victory over Chicago Fire II in MLS Next Pro. He finished the 2022 campaign with 19 appearances and 3 assists.

May 27, 2022: Called up to United States U19 Squad

On May 27, 2022, Alexander Freeman was called up to the United States U19 squad for friendly matches against England U17 and Norway U19 in Marbella, Spain. He also scored his first international goal on September 21.

2022: Signing with Orlando City

In 2022, Alexander Freeman signed with Major League Soccer franchise Orlando City, but initially played for the reserve team, Orlando City B, in MLS Next Pro.

March 31, 2023: Scoring First Professional Goals

On March 31, 2023, Alexander Freeman scored his first professional goals with a brace in a 2–1 victory over Huntsville City.

April 29, 2023: Debut for Orlando City

On April 29, 2023, Alexander Freeman made his debut for Orlando City, coming on as a substitute in a 2–0 victory over LA Galaxy.

May 15, 2023: First Double Goal Contribution

On May 15, 2023, Alexander Freeman made his first double goal contribution with two assists in a 4–3 loss to Columbus Crew 2.

October 11, 2023: Selected for the United States U23 at the 2023 Pan American Games

On October 11, 2023, Alexander Freeman was selected to represent the United States U23 at the 2023 Pan American Games.

July 6, 2024: First Goal Contribution for Orlando City

On July 6, 2024, Alexander Freeman made his first goal contribution for Orlando City by assisting Ramiro Enrique in a 5–0 victory against D.C. United.

September 8, 2024: First Triple Goal Contribution

On September 8, 2024, Alexander Freeman made his first triple goal contribution, scoring two goals and assisting in another, in a 4–1 victory against Crown Legacy FC.

2024: Leading Orlando City B in Goal Contributions

In 2024, during his last season with Orlando City B, Alexander Freeman led the team in assists and total goal contributions.

March 1, 2025: First Career Start and Goal

On March 1, 2025, Alexander Freeman made his first career start for Orlando City against Toronto FC and scored his first goal for the club, contributing to a 4–2 victory. He was later named to the Team of the Matchday.

May 22, 2025: Called up to United States National Team Training Camp

On May 22, 2025, Alexander Freeman was called up by United States national team coach Mauricio Pochettino for training camp in Chicago ahead of matches against Turkey and Switzerland.

2025: Breaking into Orlando City's First Team and Gold Cup

In 2025, Alexander Freeman joined Orlando City's first team, received his first senior call-up to the United States national team, and represented the United States at the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. He became the youngest player to make six consecutive appearances for the national team in the tournament, as the United States finished as runners-up.

2025: MLS Young Player of the Year and Contract Extension

In 2025, Alexander Freeman scored key goals, earned Team of the Matchday honors, and was named MLS Young Player of the Year. He also became the first player in team history to be named to the MLS Best XI. Following his successful season, the club exercised his contract option.

2026: Contracted to Orlando City

In 2026, Alexander Freeman continued to be contracted to Orlando City, after the club exercised his contract option following the conclusion of the 2025 season.