Cavan Sullivan Makes Historic U.S. Debut

The Philadelphia Union star, who celebrated his 17th birthday on Monday, became just the fourth 16-year-old to represent the Stars and Stripes. With seven goals and nine assists in his last nine games for his hometown club, Sullivan showed maturity beyond his years against the Peruvians.

"He's a special player," said U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino, who praised the teenager's performance alongside seven World Cup veterans. Sullivan could feature again when the U.S. faces Chile in St. Louis on Tuesday night. esporist.com