In a Saturday friendly against Mexico, 17‑year‑old Cavan Sullivan became the youngest scorer in United States men’s national team history. The teenager struck a stunning long‑range effort that put the U.S. ahead in a match that saw both sides test their squads.
Sullivan’s goal came after a quick build‑up from the midfield. He laced a powerful shot from outside the box, sending the ball past the Mexican goalkeeper and into the net. The goal was widely praised for its quality and the confidence it displayed from a player still in his teens.
With the scoreline now 1‑0 in favour of the United States, the match continues as a friendly that allows the coaching staff to experiment with line‑ups and tactics ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.
While the U.S. team will look to build on this momentum, the highlight of the game remains Sullivan’s historic strike, which has already sparked excitement among fans and analysts alike.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>