17-Year-Old Cavan Sullivan Becomes Youngest Scorer for U.S. Men’s National Team
Cavan Sullivan, at 17 years old, became the youngest player to score for the U.S. men's national team in a 3-0 victory over Mexico in Glendale, Arizona. Julian Hall also scored in the international friendly.
Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, October 4, 2026 — In a notable achievement for the U.S. men’s national team, 17-year-old Cavan Sullivan has become the youngest player in the team’s history to score a goal. The milestone occurred during an international friendly match against Mexico, which the U.S. team won with a final score of 3-0. The match took place in Glendale, Arizona.
Sullivan’s goal marked a significant moment in his young career and for the national team program. He reached this distinction at the age of 17, a record for the U.S. men’s senior team.
The victory over Mexico in the friendly fixture was secured by three goals. Alongside Sullivan’s historic strike, Julian Hall also found the back of the net for the U.S. team. The specific details regarding the timing of each goal within the match were not provided in the summary.
The U.S. men’s national team continues to feature emerging talent, with Sullivan’s performance highlighting the integration of young players into senior competition. The team’s performance in this friendly match against its CONCACAF rival Mexico adds another chapter to their ongoing rivalry.
Further details about the match’s progression, other key players, or tactical insights were not included in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by DAVID BRANDT, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.
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