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Messi eyes third MLS MVP as Sullivan becomes youngest finalist

Lionel Messi has been named an MLS MVP finalist for the third consecutive season, while Philadelphia Union star Cavan Sullivan has become the youngest player ever shortlisted for the award. The 17-year-old USMNT midfielder joins Messi, Nashville SC’s Hany Mukhtar, FC Cincinnati’s Evander and Houston Dynamo’s Guilherme among the five finalists announced by MLS on Thursday.

Sullivan relishes USMNT ‘little brother’ role, meeting Pulisic

From singing The Police to meeting childhood idol Christian Pulisic, Cavan Sullivan is embracing life as the USMNT's little brother - and loving every minute of it.

Pulisic and Co. offer USMNT's next generation a vital advantage

Pulisic, McKennie and Adams were thrown into a rebuild. Now, they can give Cavan Sullivan and the USMNT's next generation the guidance and patience they lacked.

USMNT Rondo: Should Sullivan start alongside Pulisic?

The USMNT roster for the Nations League tie with Haiti would seem to suggest that Mauricio Pochettino has a clearer idea of his best players

USMNT Winners & Losers: Sullivan rises as Pepi misses out again

GOAL breaks down the latest squad ahead of the CONCACAF Nations League clash with Haiti.

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City relegation could be ‘very good’ for USMNT wonderkid Sullivan

Cavan Sullivan is less than a year out from turning 18 - when he will be cleared to link up with Manchester City - and Brad Friedel has explained to GOAL why FFP punishments that relegate the Blues out of the Premier League could be “very good” for the USMNT wonderkid. It is yet to be determined which division City will be playing in next season.

The Rondo: Can Messi and Miami go back-to-back?

From the race for MLS Cup to the league’s rising stars and 2027 Sprint Season, GOAL’s writers break down the biggest storylines.

How Richter made Pierre & Sullivan stars and Philly a contender

Ryan Richter tells GOAL how exhaustive preparation, belief in Cavan Sullivan and Neil Pierre, and stunning comebacks fueled the Union's eight straight MLS wins.

Pulisic, Sullivan to join forces? USMNT projected roster for NL

Christian Pulisic may join forces with Cavan Sullivan, but who else makes the cut? GOAL projects the USMNT’s squad for November’s Nations League quarterfinals.

The Rondo: Is Cavan Sullivan now a full-time USMNT starter?

Pochettino learned plenty from an eventful fall camp and has given himself plenty of good problems to have going forward.

'A warrior' - Sullivan's USMNT moment better than he imagined

At 17, Cavan Sullivan became the USMNT's youngest scorer with a daring chip against Mexico, earning Pochettino's praise and giving fans a glimpse of what comes next.

USMNT ratings: Albert makes history as Hall and Berhalter shine

Albert became the USMNT’s youngest scorer in the modern era as Hall scored again and Berhalter powered a 4-2 comeback win over Chile.

USMNT Rondo: Should Pochettino start Cavan Sullivan vs. Peru?

Mauricio Pochettino has picked a youthful USMNT squad, and will hope to get the most out of talented teens over the next three weeks.

'I started to miss America' - Poch explains USMNT return

USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino cited unfinished business and his connection to the United States as key reasons for signing a new contract, speaking on GOAL’s podcast The Late Run. The Argentine, who led the U.S. to their second-ever World Cup knockout-stage victory, signed a four-year deal to remain in charge through 2030.