Cavan Sullivan scored twice as Philadelphia Union routed San Diego FC 5-0, a result that finished as a final. The 16-year-old recorded his first career multi-goal game in MLS, highlighted by a backheel goal just before halftime.
What happened
Sullivan opened his account Monday with the backheel finish before the break, then added a second goal as part of Philadelphia's lopsided win over San Diego FC. The performance marked his first multi-goal game in MLS play.
Why it matters
The brace extends a scoring surge that has produced 14 goal contributions this season for the same Cavan Sullivan who completed the Union's Homegrown pathway to MLS. The lopsided scoreline adds another wide margin to Philadelphia's results this season.
By the numbers
Sullivan has recorded 14 goal contributions this season, according to Wire Report's prior coverage. Monday's brace, punctuated by the pre-halftime backheel, pushed that tally higher in a 5-0 result.
What to watch next
Philadelphia looks to keep Sullivan's scoring streak going as the club continues through its schedule.