Quinn Sullivan
PHI
CM
Creative Playmaker
Mar 27, 2004 (22)
Right
5'11"
152 lb
Assists in win
Sullivan assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win versus New York City FC.
Analysis: Sullivan made another appearance off the bench Sunday, recording his first assist of the season. He is still working his way back from an ACL injury, making four substitute appearances and logging 96 minutes. During that span, he has registered 13 crosses and seven shots as he continues to build fitness.
Reappears after ACL injury
Sullivan (knee) played 17 minutes during Wednesday's 3-1 win over New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Sullivan bounced back to the match squad following a lengthy absence, having required almost a full year to leave his ACL injury behind. He may continue to take gradual steps in his comeback so that he avoids a setback before seeing meaningful minutes on the field. He already got involved in offensive action Wednesday, creating one scoring chance and delivering two crosses from the right wing, with his presence in that zone causing his brother Cavan Sullivan to move to the opposite flank.
Option for Wednesday
Sullivan (knee) is set to be an option for Wednesday's match against the New York Red Bulls, according to Philadelphia Soccer Now.
Analysis: Sullivan was dealing with an injury ahead of the World Cup break, but has used that time to recover, with the midfielder set for minutes in Wednesday's contest. That said, he has yet to play since tearing his ACL last campaign, serving the last 10 months on the sidelines. He started in 24 of his 28 appearances while scoring two goals and seven assists before the injury last season, a useful, versatile midfielder for the club when fit.
Working on grass
Sullivan (knee) was shown doing slight drills on the grass and kicking the ball in a video posted by the club Tuesday.
Analysis: Sullivan might still be several weeks away from returning to competitive action after dealing with an ACL tear since October, but his increased workload is a good sign as he looks to play at some point in the 2026 season. The young attacker was very active in the 2025 MLS campaign, tallying two goals and seven assists across 28 games. Milan Iloski and Indiana Vassilev will be expected to stay busy on the wings while Sullivan remains out.
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