MLS

2024 - 7 - 18

14-Year-Old Cavan Sullivan Shatters MLS Record: The Next Soccer Sensation?

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Meet Cavan Sullivan, the youngest MLS player ever at just 14 years old. Will he become the next soccer superstar? #MLS #CavanSullivan

14-year-old Cavan Sullivan made history in Major League Soccer by breaking Freddy Adu's record as the youngest player to feature for a senior MLS side. As a midfielder for the Philadelphia Union, Sullivan is setting the league abuzz with his incredible talent and potential. His debut against the New England Revolution marked a milestone not only in his career but also in MLS history. Fans and experts alike are eager to see how this prodigious young talent will continue to shine on the field.

While Cavan Sullivan steals the spotlight, the MLS All-Star event faces potential setbacks with star player Lionel Messi's uncertain participation. With key players like Chico Arango and Miles Robinson already absent, the question arises: Who will fill the void in this highly anticipated event? Coach Wilfried Nancy faces a challenging decision in selecting suitable replacements for the upcoming game.

In a league that now nurtures young talent, Cavan Sullivan's debut signifies a growing trend of early-age achievements in professional sports. Sullivan's remarkable feat not only cements his place in MLS history but also positions him as the youngest player to debut in any major U.S. pro sports league. His debut for the Philadelphia Union has drawn attention not only to his skill on the field but also to the promising future ahead for this rising star.

The soccer world witnessed another significant moment as St. Louis CITY SC signed academy forward Mykhi Joyner to an MLS NEXT Pro deal. Joyner's contract extends through the 2024 season with plans for him to become an MLS Homegrown player until 2028. The journey of young talents like Sullivan and Joyner highlights the evolving landscape of professional soccer in the United States, paving the way for a new generation of players poised to make their mark on the sport.

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Cavan Sullivan, 14, breaks Freddy Adu's youngest MLS player ... (ESPN)

Cavan Sullivan broke Freddy Adu's longstanding record as the youngest player to feature for a senior MLS side when he took the field for the Philadelphia ...

Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan is the youngest ever ... (The Associated Press)

Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan became the youngest player in Major League Soccer history when he made his debut against the New England ...

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Union's Cavan Sullivan Makes MLS Debut; 14-Year-Old Sets North ... (Bleacher Report)

Cavan Sullivan made history on Wednesday night. The Philadelphia Union prospect became the youngest athlete in MLS history to ever appear in a game after…

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With Lionel Messi possibly missing MLS All-Star, does Wilfried ... (The Columbus Dispatch)

With Lionel Messi possible out for MLS All-Star, plus Chico Arango and Miles Robinson already unavailable, does Wilfried Nancy pick the replacements?

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Cavan Sullivan, 14, breaks Freddy Adu's record, debuts in an ... (Yahoo Sports)

Cavan Sullivan debuted for the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday — in a league, MLS, that is much better prepared to usher him toward superstardom than it was ...

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Cavan Sullivan becomes youngest in US major sports to make pro ... (USA TODAY)

The Philadelphia Union's Cavan Sullivan has become the youngest player in MLS history and the youngest to debut in any major U.S. pro sports league.

Cavan Sullivan becomes youngest to appear in MLS match as ... (WTOP)

CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Cavan Sullivan became the youngest player to appear in an MLS match, Tai Baribo had his first career hat trick and Kai Wagner added ...

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St. Louis CITY SC Signs Academy Forward Mykhi Joyner to MLS ... (St. Louis CITY SC)

Joyner is signed to an MLS NEXT Pro deal through the remainder of the 2024 season and then will sign as an MLS Homegrown through 2028 with a club option in 2029 ...

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Philadelphia Union's 14-year-old phenom Cavan Sullivan makes ... (CNN)

Philadelphia Union's 14-year-old phenom Cavan Sullivan made his Major League Soccer (MLS) debut in the club's 5-1 win over the New England Revolution on ...

Sullivan, 14, becomes youngest MLS player (Yahoo Sports)

Aged14 years and 293 days, Cavan Sullivan breaks the record set by Freddy Adu in 2004.

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Cavan Sullivan breaks MLS record as Union rout Revs - SBI Soccer (SBI Soccer)

Jim Curtin's squad routed the New England Revolution 5-1 at Subaru Park, ending their 10-match winless streak. 14-year-old Cavan Sullivan made MLS history ...

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TOCA TO PARTNER WITH MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER TO BRING ... (PRNewswire)

TOCA Social Dallas to Open in 2025 in Advance of the 2026 World Cup. COSTA MESA, Calif., July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TOCA Football (TOCA), ...

Philadelphia Union's 14-year-old phenom Cavan Sullivan makes ... (KEYT)

By Jacob Lev, CNN (CNN) — Philadelphia Union's 14-year-old phenom Cavan Sullivan made his Major League Soccer (MLS) debut in the club's 5-1 win over.

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Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan makes youngest MLS ... (WPVI-TV)

Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan, 14, became the youngest player in Major League Soccer history on Wednesday night.

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Freddy Adu makes his feelings clear on MLS starlet who broke his ... (SPORTbible)

Freddy Adu has reacted to Cavan Sullivan breaking his Major League Soccer record that stood for over 20 years. On Thursday, Philadelphia Union beat New ...

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Cavan Sullivan Is The Youngest Player in MLS History (Today.com)

Sullivan is younger than any player who has appeared in the NBA, NHL, NFL, NWSL, WNBA or Major League Baseball since at least 1970, according to the Elias ...

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How MLS Schedulers Could Help Messi's 2026 World Cup Outlook (Forbes)

As Argentina defeated Colombia 1-0 in Sunday night's Copa America final on Lautaro Martinez's extra time goal, it did so despite seeing Lionel Messi exit the ...

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Philadelphia Union trio named to MLS Team of the Matchday (philadelphiaunion.com)

After leading Philadelphia Union to a resounding 5-1 victory on Wednesday night, the trio of Tai Baribo, Jakob Glesnes and Kai Wagner have been named to the ...

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