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Makes 2026 appearance Martinez registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Martinez made his season debut Saturday after recovering from the ACL injury he suffered during last season's playoffs. He was one of NYCFC's top contributors in 2025, scoring 19 goals in 33 appearances across all competitions and helping lead the club to the Conference Finals. With Nico Fernandez carrying much of the attacking load and Luighi thriving in his absence, the forward is not expected to return to the starting XI immediately as he continues to build fitness and regain match sharpness after the lengthy absence.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Nashville Martinez (knee) is back among the substitutes in Friday's game versus Nashville.

Impact Martinez has been included in the match squad for the first time this season following his recovery from an ACL tear. While he's unlikely to see plenty of minutes right away, his return is very positive news for the team, considering he was one of their primary attacking threats in past campaigns, scoring 17 and 19 goals during the 2024 and 2025 campaigns, respectively. He'll push for playing time in Luighi's place heading into the final stages of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return to full training Martinez (knee) will return to full training Monday, head coach Pascal Jansen told Glenn Crooks of NYCFC Network.

Impact Martinez has yet to play this season after suffering an ACL injury last year while representing the Costa Rica national team. His return to the side will be huge for NYCFC, as he has scored 36 goals in the past two MLS seasons. He'll need some time to regain match fitness, but a return at some point in September looks plausible.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolás Fernández, Agustín Ojeda lead NYCFC to 2-1 victory over the Crew

Nicolás Fernández scored on a first-half penalty kick and Agustín Ojeda found the net in the second half to help New York City FC hold off the Columbus Crew 2-1

JULY 23 • Associated Press

Back on grass Martinez (knee) was seen back on the grass and training individually for the first time since his ACL injury.

Impact Martinez is making his first steps of recovery as he trained for the first time since his ACL surgery back in December. It may be a bit more time for the forward to return to action, as he continues to be on track for a return before the end of the 2026 MLS season.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Hannes Wolf's hat trick helps NYCFC snap 7-match winless streak with 3-0 victory over Crew

Hannes Wolf scored three goals for his first hat trick and Nicolás Fernández had an assist on all three scores to help New York City FC end a seven-match winless streak with a 3-0...

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Brendan McSorley scores late in stoppage time to help St. Louis City earn 1-1 draw with NYCFC

Brendan McSorley scored in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage time to rally St. Louis City to a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Citi Field

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

New York City FC striker Alonso Martínez undergoes ACL surgery | MLSSoccer.com New York City FC forward Alonso Martínez has undergone surgery to repair a ruptured right ACL (knee), the club announced Thursday.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

NYCFC star Alonso Martinez undergoes knee surgery in devastating blow Alonso Martinez underwent “successful” surgery on Thursday, weeks after suffering the devastating ACL injury in his right knee that upended...

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • NYPOST.COM

Undergoes successful surgery Martinez (knee) underwent a successful surgery for his torn ACL on Thursday and will begin his long term recovery with the NYCFC staff, the club announced.

Impact Martinez underwent a successful surgery to repair his torn ACL suffered while on international duty with Costa Rica, and he will now begin his long term recovery. This will keep him away from the pitches for about 10 months, which will likely make him miss almost the whole 2026 MLS season, with a return expected around late September, early October. The striker still has a contract going through 2027 with options for 2028 and 2029, suggesting he won't have pressure and will be able to recover in good conditions with the hope to return to his best level. Martinez scored 19 goals in 33 appearances this season for NYCFC, two more than the previous campaign, highlighting the importance he had in the frontline.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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Suffers torn ACL Martinez (knee) played the full game but suffered a torn ACL in Thursday's 1-0 defeat against Haiti, the Costa Rican Federation confirmed, according to ESPN Centroamerica.

Impact Martinez suffered a torn ACL in Thrusday's defeat against Haiti although he played the full game and will have to undergo a surgery and spent eight to 10 months on the sidelines to recover from that injury. This is a massive blow for New York City FC since they are fighting in the MLS playoffs and Martinez is the undisputed striker when fit and available. Nicolas Fernandez is expected to play as the striker and Agustin Ojeda to start on the right wing for the time being.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another huge goal Martinez scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 victory over Charlotte FC.

Impact Martinez scored yet again for NYCFC in the playoffs to grant them a spot in the conference semifinals. This was his second goal in three playoff games, adding on to seven shots (two on target) and two chances created.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolás Fernández, Alonso Martínez lead NYCFC over Charlotte 3-1 in first-round rubber match

Nicolás Fernández scored twice in stoppage time and Alonso Martínez found the net early in the second half to lead New York City FC to a 3-1 victory over Charlotte FC on Friday nig...

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Huge goal vs CLT Martinez scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Charlotte FC.

Impact Martinez recorded the lone goal in the match Tuesday, gifting NYCFC the huge win. He will head home for the win-and-advance game Saturday, where he had scored eight goals in 16 MLS home appearances during the regular season.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC 0-1 New York City FC: Martinez seals first-round advantage New York City FC overcame Charlotte FC 1-0 on Tuesday, with Alonso Martinez giving them the advantage in the first round of the playoffs.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Alonso Martínez sets playoff tone for NYCFC with "special" goal | MLSSoccer.com Take a bow, Alonso Martínez.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

NYCFC comes away with road win over Charlotte to begin Round 1 series Alonso Martinez scored a wonderful individual goal in the 34th minute and visiting New York City FC earned a 1-0 victory over Charlotte FC o...

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Alonso Martínez scores in the 34th minute and NYCFC beats Charlotte 1-0 to begin best-of-3 series

Alonso Martínez scored in the 34th minute to end a three-match scoreless run and New York City FC beat Charlotte 1-0 on Tuesday night to begin the best-of-three series

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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OCTOBER 29, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Returns to starting lineup Martinez (quadriceps) is in the starting squad for Saturday's visit to Philadelphia Union.

Impact Martinez has completed his recovery from a muscular issue and is ready to lead the front line from kickoff Saturday. He has been very productive throughout the season, with his 17 goals ranking first on the squad and sixth in the league over that span. His presence will leave Julian Fernandez among the substitutes this time.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Martinez (quadriceps) is out for Saturday's Hudson River Derby, per Mark Radigan of Hudson River Blue.

Impact Martinez has been ruled out for Saturday's derby, leaving NYC FC without their top striker. It's an awful turn for the club, who will now turn to Nicolas Fernandez to lead the line. Martinez has two more chances to return before the end of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deals with quad injury Martinez is dealing with a quadriceps injury and came off the bench for the first time this season in Wednesday's 4-0 defeat against Inter Miami after starting all of his appearanc...

Impact Martinez had only 30 minutes in his legs for Wednesday's clash against Inter Miami as he is dealing with a quadriceps injury and couldn't earn a starting role because of it. Seeing him play half an hour is somewhat positive and suggests he will be able to feature in Saturday's derby against New York Red Bulls. If he has to miss the game or start on the bench again, Nicolas Fernandez will likely replace him in the striker position.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets both pk's Martinez scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Charlotte FC.

Impact Martinez recorded his first brace of the second and his second multi scoring game to put him at 17 goals on the season. This matches his total from 2024 with four more regular season games left. Half of his goals have come in just the last seven MLS games, scoring eight times on 24 shots (15 on target) in that span.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Alonso Martinez converts pair of PKs as NYCFC jolt Charlotte Deadspin | Alonso Martinez converts pair of PKs as NYCFC jolt Charlotte

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

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