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Cavan Sullivan performance and Philadelphia Union surge
Overview
Cavan Sullivan has emerged as a pivotal player for the Philadelphia Union during a period of organizational transition. Following a difficult start to the 2026 season that included the dismissal of head coach Bradley Carnell, Sullivan transitioned from training with the Union II side to becoming a key contributor for the first team. Sullivan’s recent performances have fueled a resurgence for the club, including a comeback victory against New York City FC and a 3-1 win over Red Bull New York that extended the team’s unbeaten MLS run to seven matches. During this period, the 16-year-old has matched Freddy Adu’s MLS record for the most goal contributions in a single season by a player aged 16 or younger, recording three goals and seven assists. On September 6, 2026, the Union extended their unbeaten streak to eight matches with a 2-0 victory over CF Montreal at Subaru Park. Sullivan’s goal in the 75th minute brought his season total to 11 goal contributions, officially surpassing Adu’s previous record. He also became the first teenager in MLS history to record a goal contribution in five consecutive matches. By September 12, 2026, the Union extended their unbeaten run to nine matches and moved into a playoff position in the Eastern Conference. Following a 5-0 victory against San Diego FC, Sullivan was named the MLS Player of the Matchday for Week 26 after recording two goals and one assist, marking the first brace of his career. By late September 2026, Sullivan became the youngest player ever named MLS Player of the Month. His rising profile led to his first call-up to the United States Men’s National Team and drew interest from major European clubs, including Real Madrid and FC Barcelona.
Entities
Philadelphia Union · Cavan Sullivan · Milan Iloski · Bruno Damiani · Major League Soccer
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Philadelphia Union and Charlotte FC played to a 2-2 draw at Subaru Park.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The draw extended Philadelphia Union's unbeaten streak to 15 matches, a club record.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Milan Iloski scored a penalty in the 24th minute to give Philadelphia a 1-0 lead.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Rodolfo Aloko scored for Charlotte in the 48th minute.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Idan Toklomati scored a header in the 62nd minute to give Charlotte a 2-1 lead.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Bruno Damiani scored in the 73rd minute to equalize the match at 2-2.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The draw ended Philadelphia Union's eight-game winning streak.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Charlotte FC reached 47 points, while Philadelphia Union remained at 46 points in the Eastern Conference standings.
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesCavan Sullivan tops MLS 22 Under 22 list
Philadelphia Union's Cavan Sullivan has become the youngest player ever to rank first on MLS's annual 22 Under 22 list.
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[SPORTS] 3 sourcesPhiladelphia Union and Charlotte FC draw 2-2 in MLS clash
Philadelphia Union and Charlotte FC drew 2-2 at Subaru Park, extending the Union's unbeaten streak to a club-record 15 games while ending their eight-match winning run.
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[SPORTS] 3 sourcesPhiladelphia Union defeat Chicago Fire 3-1 to extend unbeaten streak
Philadelphia Union defeated Chicago Fire FC 3-1, marking their eighth straight win and extending an unbeaten streak to 14 matches, aided by two goals from Bruno Damiani.
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[SPORTS] 4 sourcesPhiladelphia Union host Real Salt Lake amid historic unbeaten run
The Philadelphia Union, riding a club-record 12-game unbeaten run, host Real Salt Lake as both teams fight for playoff positioning in MLS.
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[SPORTS] 3 sourcesUSMNT defeats Mexico 3-0 as Cavan Sullivan sets scoring record
Cavan Sullivan set a record as the youngest USMNT scorer during a 3-0 victory over Mexico. The United States now prepares to face Canada in Saint Paul on October 6.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesCavan Sullivan emerges as rising star for USMNT
17-year-old Cavan Sullivan is rising as a star for the USMNT, following a record MLS debut with Philadelphia Union and a reported future move to Manchester City.
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[SPORTS] 10 sourcesCavan Sullivan emerges as rising US soccer star
17-year-old Cavan Sullivan has become the youngest MLS Player of the Month and a rising star for the USMNT and Philadelphia Union, with a reported future move to Manchester City.
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[SPORTS] 6 sourcesPhiladelphia Union sets MLS record with four consecutive high-scoring games
The Philadelphia Union set an MLS record by scoring four goals in four consecutive matches, highlighted by a 4-2 win over Orlando City fueled by a Milan Iloski hat trick.
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[SPORTS] 8 sourcesPhiladelphia Union overcomes 3-0 deficit to defeat Sporting Kansas City
Philadelphia Union overcame a 3-0 halftime deficit to defeat Sporting Kansas City 4-3, extending their unbeaten streak to 11 matches.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesPhiladelphia Union players receive USMNT call-ups amid comeback victory
Philadelphia Union players Cavan Sullivan, Neil Pierre, and Frankie Westfield have been called up to the USMNT, while the club extended its unbeaten streak to 11 matches with a 4-3 comeback win.
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[SPORTS] 3 sourcesCavan Sullivan earns first USMNT call-up amid European interest
16-year-old Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan has earned his first USMNT call-up amid growing interest from European giants Real Madrid and FC Barcelona.
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[SPORTS] 3 sourcesPhiladelphia Union to face Sporting Kansas City amid strong form
The Philadelphia Union, currently on a 10-match unbeaten run, will face Sporting Kansas City this Saturday in an MLS matchup.
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[SPORTS] 6 sourcesCavan Sullivan named MLS Player of the Matchday after two-goal performance
Philadelphia Union's 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan was named MLS Player of the Matchday after scoring two goals and providing an assist in a 5-0 win over San Diego FC.
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[SPORTS] 7 sourcesPhiladelphia Union faces San Diego FC amid unbeaten streak
The Philadelphia Union continues its nine-match unbeaten MLS run as they prepare to face San Diego FC, while Philadelphia Union II secured a 2-1 victory over Chicago Fire II.
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[SPORTS] 6 sourcesPhiladelphia Union extend unbeaten run to eight matches
Cavan Sullivan helped the Philadelphia Union extend their unbeaten run to eight matches with a 2-0 win over CF Montreal, moving the team into ninth place in the MLS Eastern Conference.
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[SPORTS] 8 sourcesCavan Sullivan leads Philadelphia Union to 2-0 win over CF Montréal
Cavan Sullivan made MLS history with a five-game goal contribution streak as the Philadelphia Union defeated CF Montréal 2-0, moving the team into playoff contention.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesCavan Sullivan leads Philadelphia Union to victory over Red Bull New York
16-year-old Cavan Sullivan scored to lead the Philadelphia Union to a 3-1 win over Red Bull New York, matching an MLS record for goal contributions by a player his age.
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[SPORTS] 8 sourcesCavan Sullivan plays central role in Philadelphia Union resurgence
Philadelphia Union's Cavan Sullivan has become a key contributor, recording two assists in a 3-2 comeback victory over New York City FC.
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This summary has been updated 12 times: see revision history