Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan celebrated his 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup debut with a game-winning goal on Wednesday, securing a 1-0 victory for the United States over Burkina Faso.

The 16-year-old homegrown star collected a cross from Borussia Dortmund forward Mathis Albert before finishing from close range in the 79th minute during both nations' Group I opener in Qatar.

Sullivan was a second-half substitute, entering in the 62nd minute for LAFC midfielder Jude Terry .

Sullivan made history in May 2024, signing with Philly as a 14-year-old. He's since appeared in 18 first-team games and starred for Philadelphia Union II in MLS NEXT Pro .

The teenage sensation is regarded as one of the world's premier 2009-born players and has been dubbed a "generational tal

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