Cavan Sullivan of the Philadelphia Union has received a call-up to the United States Men’s National Team for the upcoming FIFA International window in September and October. The 16-year-old forward is set to compete against Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Canada, with matches beginning on September 26th in Orlando.
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Sullivan, who has been with the Union since age 14, is experiencing a standout period in his career. Recently, he scored twice in a 5-0 victory over San Diego, contributing significantly to his team's success. Since the return of MLS play following the World Cup break, he has tallied six goals—five of which came in the last seven games—and eight assists, helping the Union maintain an unbeaten record over their last ten matches, which includes eight wins and two draws.
If Sullivan takes the field for the USMNT during the fall window, he will become the second youngest player to represent the team, following Freddy Adu. Notably, he will turn 17 on September 28th.
On another note, there has been some discussion in the MLS community regarding Sullivan's pre-game playlist on Apple Music, which features songs by The Smiths and Radiohead. This led to lighthearted concerns about his choice of music, as some fans suggested a preference for more upbeat tracks. However, it’s acknowledged that these preferences may simply reflect typical teen moods.
Matt Schultz is a sports writer based in Philadelphia, with previous contributions to various media outlets including ClickHole and The Onion.