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Knee in good shape Martinez scored one goal and was seen limping during Saturday's 3-2 win over D.C. United, according to Doug Roberson of AJC. Per manager Gonzalo Pineda, no serious injury is suspec...

Impact Martinez has finally found the goalscoring stride that made him one of the top strikers in the entire league as he's scored seven goals over his last eight starts. He has a week until the next match against Philadelphia on Saturday, so there's time to assess his status.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Barco, Atlanta stay hot, top DC United 3-2

Ezequiel Barco stayed hot with a goal and an assist, keeping Atlanta United hot with a 3-2 win over D

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • Associated Press

Records two goals Martinez scored two goals during a 4-0 win Wednesday versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Martinez recorded his first two-goal stat line this year. He scored six goals across Atlanta United's last seven league games. Using those recent matchups, Martinez improved to possess a better goal tally (eight) than that from any other ATL footballer this year.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martinez sets 100-goal target after breaking latest MLS record ' MLSSoccer.com Josef Martinez was instrumental in Atlanta United's 4-0 win over FC Cincinnati on Wednesday night, getting a brace in a match that propelled...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Atlanta United FC hosts DC United after Martinez's 2-goal game

Josef Martínez leads Atlanta United FC into a matchup with DC United following a two-goal showing against FC Cincinnati

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores opener against D.C. United Martinez scored a goal on three shots (two on target) and recorded a secondary assist in Saturday's 2-1 win against D.C. United.

Impact Martinez opened the scoring with a goal in the 25th minute as he slipped in behind the defense just onside and finished his chance to the bottom corner of the net. He also helped score Atlanta's second goal as he was involved in the build up and was credited a secondary assist. Martinez now has six goals in 14 appearances this season. He should be available for Atlanta's match against Nashville on Saturday, but will be on international duty for the Venezuelan National Team for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers set to take place in early September.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to national team Martinez has been called up to the Venezuelan National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers set to take place on Sept. 2, 5 and 9.

Impact Martinez will likely join up with the national team after Saturday's MLS match against Nashville. Atlanta's clash against Orlando City on Sept. 10 might be too soon for Martinez to return, but he should be back by the following game against Cincinnati.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots versus Toronto Martinez tallied five shots (off target), four chances created and two dribbles in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Toronto FC.

Impact Martinez snapped his three-match scoring streak but delivered another fantastic display here and has been one of the most consistent and productive players for his team. Besides his five goals on the season he's been on a fine run of 15 shots and 10 chances created over his past five starts alone.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Historic Seattle Win Over Portland, Josef Martinez Scores First Goal in Atlanta Since 2019

AUGUST 16, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Scores goal against LAFC Martinez scored a goal and made an interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory against LAFC. He took three shots (two on target) overall in the match.

Impact Martinez scored his third goal in his last three appearances on Sunday, this one lifting his side over LAFC. He will hope to make it four in four Wednesday against Toronto FC, which have conceded a whopping 40 goals in 19 matches this season.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The King is back: Josef Martinez celebrates "special" long-awaited Atlanta home goal ' MLSSoccer.com After Atlanta United’s 1-0 win over LAFC on Sunday night, Josef Martinez met with a fan in the concourse outside the Atlanta locker room. It...

AUGUST 16, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Atlanta United FC takes on Los Angeles FC after Barco's 2-goal game

Ezequiel Barco leads Atlanta United FC into a matchup with Los Angeles FC after scoring two goals against Columbus

AUGUST 13, 2021 • Associated Press

Former Mexico player, Seattle assistant named Atlanta coach

Former Mexican national team player Gonzalo Pineda has been hired as head coach of Atlanta United

AUGUST 12, 2021 • Associated Press

Atlanta United hopes Luiz Araújo can spark MLS playoff drive

Atlanta United is hoping Luiz Araújo can provide the offensive boost it needs to rally for a playoff berth over the second half of the MLS season

AUGUST 10, 2021 • Associated Press

Could be option against Crew Martinez is working on getting his suspension overturned and traveled to Columbus, according to Felipe Cardenas of The Athletic.

Impact Atlanta must be confident that they can get Martinez's suspension overturned, as he traveled with the team. If that's the case, he should be back in the starting XI Saturday and if not, Jackson Conway could again get the call.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Did Josef Martinez deserve a red card? Should Seattle have had penalty? ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Montreal overcomes 2 red cards to tie Atlanta United 2-2

Mason Toye and Rudy Camacho scored and Montreal overcame two red cards to tie Atlanta United 2-2 on Wednesday night

AUGUST 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Sent off against Montreal Martinez was sent off during Wednesday's match against CF Montreal.

Impact Martinez was sent off and will now miss Atlanta's clash with Columbus. The forward is the talisman for Atlanta and leads the attacking line, this is a huge blow for the team.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Orlando Martinez scored a goal and created a chance in Friday's 3-2 defeat against Orlando City. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact On Friday, Martinez scored his first goal since returning to Atlanta after competing in the Copa America in June. He will hope this kickstarts a return to top form Wednesday against CF Montreal, which have conceded 18 times in 15 matches this season.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In Just 48 SECONDS Josef Martinez Stunned Orlando City

JULY 31, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Takes two shots in loss Martinez took two shots and created three chances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Columbus.

Impact Martinez made his first start since May on Saturday after contracting COVID-19 while on international duty during the Copa America. He looked active against the Crew despite not getting on the score sheet, but he will be looking for his third goal of the season Friday against Orlando City, which have conceded 14 times in as many MLS matches.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Caleb Porter wary of Josef Martinez's return: "He's the best striker in the league when he's healthy" ' MLSSoccer.com Caleb Porter believes in the so-called new coach bump, when teams are energized because of a coaching change and the results suddenly follow...

JULY 24, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Plays 25 minutes off bench Martinez had a shot on target in 25 minutes off the bench of Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Cincinnati.

Impact Martinez was back in the squad Wednesday after missing the prior month due to injury and because of disagreements with former manager Gabriel Heinze. For now, it looks like he's healthy and ready to move back into the starting XI for Jackson Conway, who started this past game.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Live updates ' Josef Martinez not starting for Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati FC Cincinnati head coach Jaap Stam made three lineup changes from Saturday's match at CF Montreal.

JULY 22, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

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