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U.S. Beats Mexico 3-0 as Cavan Sullivan Scores

By Drooid · Oct 4, 2026, 10:54 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

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The United States defeated Mexico 3-0 in a friendly at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Cavan Sullivan (17 years, five days) scored, becoming the youngest USMNT scorer, breaking Mathis Albert’s record.
The United States extended the lead with Malik Tillman’s 84th-minute goal after Julian Hall’s 28th-minute opener.
Tyler Adams captained the United States, while Mexico’s Luis Chavez received a red card in the 68th minute.

History

Historical Context

In 1995, the United States men's national team defeated Mexico 2-0 in a World Cup qualifier, ending a 20-year winless streak against its regional rival. Coach Bruce Arena’s squad, led by striker Eric Wynalda, scored in the 23rd and 71st minutes before 30,000 fans watched at the Rose Bowl. That breakthrough mirrors today’s 3-0 friendly triumph in Glendale, where 17-year-old Cavan Sullivan eclipsed Mathis Albert’s record, Malik Tillman added a late goal, and Tyler Adams captained the side. That 1995 upset gave the U.S. confidence in CONCACAF play and signaled a shift toward younger talent shaping future squads.

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Story summary

The United States defeated Mexico 3-0 in a friendly at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Cavan Sullivan (17 years, five days) scored, becoming the youngest USMNT scorer, breaking Mathis Albert’s record.
The United States extended the lead with Malik Tillman’s 84th-minute goal after Julian Hall’s 28th-minute opener.
Tyler Adams captained the United States, while Mexico’s Luis Chavez received a red card in the 68th minute.

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