Cavan Sullivan scores opener for Philadelphia Union against Austin FC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:47 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Cavan Sullivan scored the first goal of the match for Philadelphia Union in the 18th minute against Austin FC on August 22, 2026. The 16-year-old scored from a close-range header following a set piece assist. Sullivan's participation came just after his red-card suspension was overturned, marking his second career MLS goal. He has now recorded five goals and 11 assists across all competitions this season. The Union have gone undefeated in their last five matches since the World Cup.
- •Sullivan opened the scoring at Q2 Stadium in the 18th minute.
- •He scored following a header assist from Nathan Harriel.
- •The goal came after his one-game suspension was rescinded.
- •Sullivan has five goals and 11 assists in 25 games this season.
- •Philadelphia Union remains undefeated with a 4W-0L-1D record since the World Cup.
- 2:47 AMYahoo Sports — Cavan Sullivan: From rescinded red to goal with his head
"By Jaime UribarriIf you didn’t know Cavan Sullivan was playing on Saturday, you definitely do now.Just over 24 hours after his midweek red-card suspension was rescinded, the Philadelphia Union’s 1...
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