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Cavan Sullivan is one of the great promises of United States soccer and, at just 17 years old, has already made history in MLS and debuted with the senior national team. He is now part of the U.S. squad that will face Mexico this Saturday, October 3, in a match that also features Mexican player Gilberto Mora. Learn all the details about this young American player!
The upcoming Mexico vs. United States match will mark a new chapter in the rivalry between both teams, but this time there is a special ingredient: two 17-year-old soccer players who represent the new generation of youth who stand out for their talent and dynamism.
On the American side is Cavan Sullivan, a midfielder for the Philadelphia Union, who just became the youngest player to win the MLS Player of the Month award.
On the Mexican side is Gilberto Mora, a midfielder for Club Xolos de Tijuana, who has also established himself as one of the main promises of national soccer.
The United States National Team (under the technical direction of Mauricio Pochettino) and Mexico's (coached by Rafael Márquez) will face each other on October 3 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Who is Cavan Sullivan?
Cavan Ayaz Sullivan is a 17-year-old American soccer player who plays as a midfielder for the Philadelphia Union of MLS.
He was born on September 28, 2009, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and joined the Philadelphia Union academy in 2020. His development was rapid, and he passed through different categories of the club's training system before reaching the first team.
He currently wears number 6 for the Philadelphia Union and already competes in professional American soccer and with the senior national team.
In July 2024, when he was 14 years and 293 days old, he debuted in MLS with the Philadelphia Union and became the youngest player to debut in a professional league in the major sports of North America, surpassing the record set by Freddy Adu.
According to available records, Sullivan has accumulated 7 goals and 12 assists in 24 MLS matches during 2026, with 17 starts.
When did Cavan Sullivan debut for the United States?
Cavan Sullivan debuted with the U.S. senior national team in September 2026 when he was 16 years and 363 days old, becoming one of the youngest players to start a match for the U.S. team.
Will Cavan Sullivan play against Mexico?
Cavan Sullivan is part of the U.S. squad for the match against Mexico, but his starting spot or participation against 'El Tri' depends on Mauricio Pochettino's decision.
Who is Gilberto Mora, Cavan Sullivan's rival?
Gilberto Mora is a 17-year-old Mexican midfielder who plays for Club Tijuana and has also become one of the main prospects for the Mexican National Team.
Mora debuted with the Mexican senior national team before turning 17 and has begun the new process for 'El Tri' under the orders of Rafael Márquez. During this FIFA window, Mora already scored for Mexico in the 1-1 draw against Colombia.
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