Cavan Sullivan sets MLS record as Union defeat Red Bulls 3-1
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Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Cavan Sullivan scored in the second half, leading the Philadelphia Union to a 3-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night. Sullivan's goal marked a historic moment as he became the first 16-year-old in MLS history to record goal contributions in four consecutive matches. The Union took an early lead with goals from Milan Iloski and Neil Pierre, extending their unbeaten streak to seven matches. The Red Bulls avoided a shutout with a late goal from Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, but remain winless in their last four matches. Philadelphia will host CF Montreal next week, while New York visits the Seattle Sounders.
- •Cavan Sullivan scores to extend his historic goal streak.
- •Philadelphia Union now unbeaten in seven matches.
- •Milan Iloski records his career-high 11th goal.
- •Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scores for New York Red Bulls.
- •Next up, Union host CF Montreal; Red Bulls visit Seattle Sounders.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Cavan Sullivan ties Freddy Adu’s record with incredible golazo
- 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — Teenager Cavan Sullivan makes MLS history, sparks Union to 3-1 victory over Red Bulls
"Cavan Sullivan scored in the second half to become the first 16-year-old in MLS history with goal contributions in four straight matches, and the Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven. Sullivan found the net for a second straight match and third time this season in 34 career appearances to give Philadelphia (6-10-6) a 2-0 lead in the 50th minute. The Union took the lead in the 21st minute on Milan Iloski's career-high 11th goal.
"By Jaime UribarriCavan Sullivan’s remarkable career rise hit a historic milestone on Saturday.The Philadelphia Union’s 16-year-old phenom scored the stunning game-winning goal in a 3-1 victory at ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 2:39 AMCavan Sullivan ties Freddy Adu’s record with incredible golazo
By Jaime UribarriCavan Sullivan’s remarkable career rise hit a historic milestone on Saturday.The Philadelphia Union’s 16-year-old phenom scored the stunning game-winning goal in a 3-1 victory at ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 1:38 AMTeenager Cavan Sullivan makes MLS history, sparks Union to 3-1 victory over Red Bulls
Cavan Sullivan scored in the second half to become the first 16-year-old in MLS history with goal contributions in four straight matches, and the Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven. Sullivan found the net for a second straight match and third time this season in 34 career appearances to give Philadelphia (6-10-6) a 2-0 lead in the 50th minute. The Union took the lead in the 21st minute on Milan Iloski's career-high 11th goal.
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