Cavan Sullivan scores twice for Philadelphia Union against San Diego FC
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 4:43 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Cavan Sullivan scored two goals for the Philadelphia Union during their match against San Diego FC on September 13. Sullivan broke the deadlock just before halftime with a backheel flick and added a second goal in the 62nd minute to put the Union up 2-0. This performance marked Sullivan's first MLS brace and continued his strong season of 16 goal contributions, highlighting his potential for a USMNT call-up amid a breakout campaign.
- •Sullivan scored his first MLS brace during the match.
- •The Union led 2-0 after Sullivan's two goals.
- •Sullivan's contributions this season total 16 (6 goals, 10 assists).
- •He broke Freddie Adu's record for youngest player with most goal contributions.
- •Sullivan's recent form may influence USMNT selection discussions.
- 5:33 PMESPN Soccer — Cavan Sullivan nets 2 ahead of U.S. squad reveal
- 2:51 AMYahoo Sports — Cavan Sullivan continues ridiculous form with brilliant brace
"By Cal MeachemCavan Sullivan is making the sensational a routine, weekly occurrence.During the Philadelphia Union's Sunday Night Soccer presented by Continental Tire visit to San Diego FC, Sullivan co...
"Cavan Sullivan recorded his first two-goal game in MLS and assisted on another goal to help the Philadelphia Union cruise to a 5-0 victory over San Diego on Sunday night.
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External links- ESPN SoccerSep 14, 2026, 5:33 PMCavan Sullivan nets 2 ahead of U.S. squad reveal
Cavan Sullivan recorded his first two-goal game in MLS and assisted on another goal to help the Philadelphia Union cruise to a 5-0 victory over San Diego on Sunday night.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 2:51 AMCavan Sullivan continues ridiculous form with brilliant brace
By Cal MeachemCavan Sullivan is making the sensational a routine, weekly occurrence.During the Philadelphia Union's Sunday Night Soccer presented by Continental Tire visit to San Diego FC, Sullivan co...
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