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Sullivan's Brace Seals Union's Dominant 5-0 Win
14 Sep
Summary
- Cavan Sullivan scored two goals and assisted another in the win.
- Philadelphia Union extended their unbeaten streak to ten matches.
- San Diego's four-game home winning streak was snapped in the match.
Cavan Sullivan delivered a standout performance, recording his first two-goal game in Major League Soccer and contributing an assist in the Philadelphia Union's commanding 5-0 win against San Diego on Sunday. Sullivan's offensive prowess was key, as he opened the scoring in first-half stoppage time and later doubled the lead in the 62nd minute.
Sullivan also set up the Union's third goal, demonstrating his playmaking ability. The team further solidified their lead with an own goal from San Diego's Anibal Godoy and a late strike from Malik Jakupovic. This victory extends Philadelphia's unbeaten run to ten games, featuring eight wins since the World Cup break.
The Philadelphia Union's goalkeeper, Andre Blake, made five saves to secure his seventh clean sheet of the season in his 290th appearance. San Diego, who had a four-game home winning streak halted, will look to rebound in their next match against Miami.