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Cavan Sullivan Scores for USMNT, Becomes Youngest Goal-Scorer
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In Short: Cavan Sullivan, 17, became the youngest scorer in USMNT history with a stunning goal against Mexico.
Cavan Sullivan, 17, scored the youngest goal in the history of the United States men's national team (USMNT) during a friendly match against Mexico on Saturday, October 6, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.
In the 62nd minute, Sullivan intercepted a pass from Mexico goalkeeper Raúl Rangel 30 yards from goal and calmly chipped the ball over the goalkeeper's head into an empty net, making it 2-0 for the USMNT.
Sullivan's goal came in his third international appearance, breaking the record set by Mathis Albert just four days earlier.
The Philadelphia Union midfielder's stunning effort from distance made him the youngest player to score in each of his first three appearances for the USMNT, following Eddie Johnson (2004-05) and Alexander Rae (1937).
Sullivan, who turned 17 on Monday, made his Major League Soccer debut at 14 with the Philadelphia Union in July 2024.
The USMNT's victory over Mexico was a 3-0 win, with Malik Tillman adding another goal in the final minutes.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino praised Sullivan's performance, calling him a 'fighter' and a 'warrior.'
Sullivan expressed gratitude for the opportunity, saying, 'This is an incredible moment for my family, for me. Just really grateful that the coaches trusted in me and gave me this opportunity.'
What this adds
Sullivan's goal marked the first time in USMNT history that the team has scored in the first half of 10 consecutive games.
While Sullivan's goal made him the youngest USMNT scorer, Mathis Albert still holds the scoring record as he came off the bench to make history at the age of 17 years and 4 months.
Background
Cavan Sullivan, 17, became the youngest scorer in the history of the United States men's national team (USMNT) with a stunning goal against Mexico in a friendly match on Saturday.
Cavan Sullivan became the youngest USMNT goal-scorer ever with a stunning chip against Mexico in a friendly match.
What's confirmed
- Sullivan broke the record set by Mathis Albert just four days ago.
- Philadelphia Union midfielder Sullivan scored in the 62nd minute of the clash in Glendale, Arizona, intercepting a pass from goalkeeper Raúl Rangel midway inside the Mexico half before lobbing the ball expertly into the unguarded net.
- Just two days before his 17th birthday, Sullivan became the youngest player to debut for the USMNT in over 20 years, earning the start in the friendly against Peru.
- It’s something teenage phenom Cavan Sullivan has become all too good at it, and there is no doubt he is the future of the U.S.
- At 17 years and five days old, Sullivan became the youngest goal-scorer in USMNT history, finding the back of the net on Saturday night against Mexico.
- The 62nd minute finish brought the USMNT to a 2–0 lead against its Concacaf arch nemesis.
- Sullivan has never done anything by the standard of others.
- (AP) — Cavan Sullivan became the youngest player to score a goal in U.S.
- Sullivan made his international debut against Peru on Saturday, Sept.
- After Mateo Chávez received a red card to compound a miserable night for Mexico, Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Malik Tillman scored his third goal in his last four USMNT appearances to make it 3-0.
- "He's a fighter, he's a warrior," Pochettino said in a news conference.
- "It's difficult to find this type of player. Tremendous quality."
What's still developing
- 3, finding the net from long distance to become the youngest USMNT goal-scorer ever.
- This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Cavan Sullivan becomes youngest USMNT scorer ever with Mexico strike Reporting by Seth Vertelney, USA TODAY / USA TODAY Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.
- “Trusty gave me the ball, so I was like, you know what. I’ll take it,” he said.
- Mexico defenseman Israel Reyes kicks the ball in front of U.S.
- - Márquez bemoans 'terrible mistakes' as Mexico humbled by USMNT - USMNT player ratings: Sullivan, Hall 9/10 in big win vs.
- I hope that he continues in that way, growing.” “He is a fighter.
- "I'm really happy that the guys ran down and celebrated with me. This team's really special."
- “Big thanks to Trusty.” Front Row Soccer editor Michael Lewis has covered 13 World Cups (eight men, five women), seven Olympics and 28 MLS Cups.
Sources
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- WarpBeat — background on Cavan Sullivan Becomes Youngest USMNT Goal-Scorer link
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- Bleacher Report — video link