MLS Unveils 2026 22 Under 22 Rankings

Major League Soccer unveiled its 2026 22 Under 22 rankings on October 20, 2026, with Philadelphia Union and U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Cavan Sullivan topping the list. At 17 years and 22 days old, Sullivan becomes the youngest player ever to earn the No. 1 ranking, surpassing Alphonso Davies' previous record of 17 years and 355 days set in 2018. Players were selected by a panel of MLS coaches, general managers, sporting directors, Apple TV talent, and media.