Philadelphia Union starlet Cavan Sullivan sparked a late comeback, scoring an epic goal as Union II secured three points in MLS NEXT Pro Sunday.
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Cavan Sullivan scores brilliant goalUnion II defeat Atlanta United 2, 2-1USMNT wonderkid budding star of U.S. SoccerGet the MLS Season Pass today!Stream games nowWHAT HAPPENED?
Cavan Sullivan once again showed why he's getting so much hype with an incredible late goal in the Philadelphia Union II's NEXT Pro match against Altanta United 2.
The 15-year-old American soccer phenom scored a sensational goal in the 78th minute to help Union II get back into the contest against United 2. The attacker won the ball near the box, ripping a low-driven left-footed effort into the bottom corner of the net to draw his side level with 12 minutes to spare.
Union II would later score a stoppage-time winner to win 2-1, with Sullivan sparking the comeback.
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Sullivan signed a first-team contract with the Philadelphia Union earlier this year, becoming the most expensive Homegrown in league history. His contract also entails a clause to transfer him to English Premier League side Manchester City once he turns age 18.
In July, the now 15-year-old became the youngest-ever debutant in MLS, smashing Freddy Adu's longstanding 20-year record.
Sullivan is widely considered one of the most talented prospects in his age group across the entire world. At the 2024 MLS All-Star Game, he sat down with GOAL to discuss his ambitions as a footballer.
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Sullivan and Union II are back in action on Sunday, Oct. 6 in their final match of the regular season. Sitting first in the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia are bound to make a MLS NEXT postseason run, and the USMNT prospect will be key to it.
The senior team, meanwhile, take the pitch Wednesday evening against Orlando City in an Eastern Conference clash. They have three matches remaining as they look to secure a postseason berth as well.
