Austin's Hines-Ike answers goal by Philadelphia teen Sullivan in 1-1 draw with Union
Teenager Cavan Sullivan scored early in the first half for Philadelphia, but Austin FC defender Brendan Hines-Ike answered three minutes later for a 1-1 draw with the Union on Saturday night. Sullivan found the net with a header in the 18th minute to give Philadelphia (5-10-6) the lead. Nathan Harriel and Milan Iloski had assists.
In an Austin FC match against Philadelphia Union, a 1-1 draw was achieved on Saturday night. Philadelphia's Cavan Sullivan scored early in the first half with a header, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead. Austin FC defender Brendan Hines-Ike equalized three minutes later, responding to Sullivan's goal. Sullivan's two goals this season are his only contributions on the pitch; he played 224 minutes over 14 appearances without scoring in the 2024-25 season.
Nathan Harriel and Milan Iloski assisted Sullivan's goals. Hines-Ike's equalizer came after taking a corner kick from Joseph Rosales in the 21st minute, using his head to score. Hines-Ike has five goals in 120 career appearances. Rookie Damian Las made two saves for Austin in his second start, while Andre Blake saved four shots in his 285th start for Philadelphia, which has gone 4-0-2 in its last six matches.
Austin FC's last nine matches have resulted in 2 wins and 1 loss, with both victories coming against the Seattle Sounders. Upcoming matches include Philadelphia hosting New York Red Bulls on Saturday, and Austin FC hosting Portland Timbers on Saturday.
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