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Pochettino calls up 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan to USMNT for friendlies

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:50 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Pochettino calls up 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan to USMNT for friendlies

Summary

Mauricio Pochettino has called up 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan to the United States men's national team ahead of upcoming friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Canada. Sullivan has made headlines in MLS with Philadelphia Union, contributing six goals and five assists this season. Pochettino aims to rebuild the USMNT following a disappointing World Cup finish, where the team exited in the Round of 16. Sullivan's selection marks a significant step in this process as he could become the second-youngest player to debut for the USA, following Freddy Adu.

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By the Numbers

•Cavan Sullivan earns his first USMNT call-up.
•Sullivan has scored six goals for Philadelphia Union this season.
•USMNT lost 4-1 to Belgium in the Round of 16 at the World Cup.
•Pochettino has extended his contract until the 2030 World Cup.
•USMNT will play friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Canada.

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12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Mauricio Pochettino calls up 16-year-old MLS wonderkid as USMNT rebuild begins after World Cup

What they're saying

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Mauricio Pochettino is keen to rebuild the United States men’s national team after a disappointing World Cup. The USA showed encouraging signs throughout the group stage and the first knockout round before losing 4-1 to Belgium in the Round of 16.
— Yahoo Sports

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