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‘He's going to crack line-up for PL team’ - Sullivan prediction

A move to Manchester City forms part of Cavan Sullivan’s sporting destiny, and Freddy Adu has told GOAL why the teenage wonderkid will one day “crack the starting line-up for a Premier League team”. For now, there is still much work for the exciting 16-year-old to do when it comes to unlocking full potential in his game. If he can achieve that, then the top-flight in England should be illuminated at some point in the not too distant future.

Sullivan warned of Man City transfer mistake he must avoid

Cavan Sullivan has been warned of the transfer mistake that he must avoid when linking up with Manchester City, as ex-USMNT star Freddy Adu tells GOAL of the career roadmap that the teenage wonderkid needs to follow. Record-shattering MLS sensation Sullivan is due to join Premier League heavyweights when he turns 18, at which point a loan move is expected to be sanctioned.

‘Should have started more games’ - Adu airs Sullivan concern

Freddy Adu knows all about the challenges of being a teenage wonderkid and is hoping that Cavan Sullivan will soon be shown the level of trust by the Philadelphia Union that his exciting potential deserves. The MLS history-making 16-year-old remains part of the first-team fold in Philly, but ex-USMNT star Adu has told GOAL why the youngster “should have started more games than he has”.

NXGN 2026: Top 50 teenage wonderkids in football

The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.

'Cavan Sullivan does not fit' - Twellman on Carnell, Union's woes

The Apple TV analyst caught up with GOAL to talk about why Lionel Messi's Inter Miami have been inconsistent, and speculated how a potential Robert Lewandowski arrival could change MLS.

Sullivan tipped to make immediate City exit on two-year loan

Cavan Sullivan will link up with Manchester City once he turns 18, with the USMNT hopeful being tipped to head out of the Etihad Stadium on a two-year European loan immediately after a move to England is completed. The American wonderkid is just 16 years of age, but Tab Ramos has told GOAL what the long-term future could look like for the hottest of prospects.

WATCH: Cavan Sullivan scores first Union goals, assists twice in win

Cavan Sullivan scored two and added two assists as the Philadelphia Union breezed past Trinidadian side Defence Force FC, 7-0 in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. The American has now assisted in two of his last three games and contributed to five of the Union's goals in a comprehensive 12-0 aggregate win to secure qualification to the next round of the tournament.

After a limited 2025, it’s time for Union to unleash Cavan Sullivan

After a quiet MLS season and a winter of roster churn in Philadelphia, the pathway may finally be opening for teenage prodigy Cavan Sullivan.

Son Heung-Min, Cavan Sullivan and MLS storylines for 2026

A full season of Son Heung-Min, a potential breakout for Cavan Sullivan, and five key storylines shaping MLS as the league turns toward 2026.

MLS team wish lists: Neymar to Miami and unleash Cavan Sullivan?

Messi has lifted the trophy, but the real work starts now. Miami have decisions to make, Philadelphia's prodigy Cavan Sullivan is waiting for his chance, and every contender is hunting the right signing before February.

Sullivan to Albert: Five takeaways as U.S. U17s’ WC run continues

From Cavan Sullivan exceeding expectations to a quietly solid back line, GOAL breaks down five key takeaways on the U.S. U17s ahead of their World Cup clash with Morocco.

WATCH: Sullivan's penalty heroics lead USMNT U17 team to win

The U.S. booked their place in the knockout stage of the 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup after Cavan Sullivan’s calmly taken second-half penalty secured a 2-1 win over Tajikistan on Saturday in Qatar. The Union prodigy showed composure beyond his years with the spot kick, scoring with a panenka, capping a resilient display as the Americans overturned an early deficit to claim their second straight victory.

WATCH: Sullivan scores winner for U.S. at U17 World Cup

Rising star Cavan Sullivan came off the bench for the U.S. in Wednesday's U17 World Cup opener, but the Philadelphia Union attacker made the difference in a 1-0 win over Burkina Faso. His late goal sealed three points for the U.S. as they began the tournament in Qatar. Sullivan was tossed into the fray with the game scoreless in the 62nd minute.

Gonzalo Segares, Mathis Albert, Cavan Sullivan

Sullivan, Albert headline U.S. squad for U17 World Cup

Cavan Sullivan and Mathis Albert are among the headliners on a 21-player squad that will represent the United States in the upcoming U17 World Cup. Gonzalo Segares announced his squad on Thursday, and it includes plenty of firepower, headlined by the Philadelphia Union midfielder and the rising Borussia Dortmund star. The roster features players from 15 clubs.

Robles addresses changes in MLS NEXT as U.S. eyes 2026 success

GOAL Convo: Robles on MLS NEXT rule changes, including three-period games, meant to American soccer forward

WATCH: Sullivan powers Union II to playoffs with two assists

The 15-year-old turned in his first multi-assist performance to lead the Union II to victory

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