Thiago Martins - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Starting again Friday Martins (leg) is in the starting lineup for Friday's clash against Nashville.

Impact Martins will continue to see action following a minor knock in his return from a prior muscular injury during last weekend's draw with Toronto. Both Martins and Raul Gustavo are now in the initial squad, which could push James Sands to a midfield role, with Jonathan Shore now on the bench. In terms of performance, the Brazilian defender will look to finally produce some defensive output along with his usual passing numbers.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Limps off in return Martins left with discomfort after 75 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Toronto.

Impact Martins was coming back from a hamstring injury and was unable to record the full match before exiting with apparent pain. Still, it remains to be seen if it's a setback from his muscle issue and whether the new blow will force him to miss time. If he's not fully fit for upcoming action, there will be a change in the starting lineup, with Raul Gustavo likely rejoining James Sands in the central defensive zone.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Martins (hamstring) is in the starting XI in the weekend's matchup against Toronto.

Impact Martins has completed his recovery after missing one month of action and is now getting the nod over Raul Gustavo at center-back. The experienced defender will look to improve on his season average of 5.5 clearances per game. However, his side has achieved just two clean sheets over 17 MLS matches with him on the field this year.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Carrying questionable tag Martins (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's game against New England.

Impact Martins has been dealing with a hamstring injury and has missed NYCFC's last two league matches following the Leagues Cup, but his questionable tag suggests the center-back might return for this upcoming clash. If he does, Martins could move straight into the XI, as he's been in the lineup in all but three of New York City's MLS matches in 2026.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring issue Martins will not be available for Thursday's match against Santos Laguna due to a minor hamstring strain, according to Glenn Crooks.

Impact Martins' absence opens the door for Mitja Ilenic to start in the captain's place. The center back's aerial dominance and leadership at the back have made him a key figure for New York City FC, so his absence is a notable one even if the issue is considered minor. Martins is expected to be reassessed as his recovery progresses.

AUGUST 5 • 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

Returns to starting XI Martins (leg) is in the starting lineup in Saturday's matchup versus Charlotte.

Impact Martins was questionable while recovering from a slight leg injury heading into this game, but he regained enough health to earn a place in the lineup, pushing Keaton Parks to a bench role. The fit-again player will aim to stay active in the back line for the remainder of the season while producing mostly via passes and defensive stats.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Late call with leg injury Martins is listed as questionable for Saturday's match against Vancouver with a leg injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Martins is a new addition to NYCFC's injury list this matchday, and given the club's note about possible updates post-training, his status genuinely could change before kickoff. He's a central defender whose availability helps a backline already stretched thin by multiple absences. As a starter, the club will hope he is available, with Raul Gustavo as a potential replacement.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Returning for another season Martins will return to New York City F.C after his contract was exercised for the 2026 season.

Impact Martins has been the heart and soul of the back line for NYCFC, finishing another solid season in MLS. In 36 MLS appearances (including the playoffs), the defender recorded a career-high 236 clearances while also winning 26 tackles and making 31 blocks, contributing to 12 clean sheets. Martins will be a no-doubt starter in 2026, having just concluded his best season for New York.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven clearances Martins had seven clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact With seven clearances Saturday, he has recorded 35 clearances in just the last five appearances, upping his average a game to 6.2. He also surpasses his career high of clearances with 187 on the year.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC down Red Bulls, move up to 3rd in East standings Thiago Martins scored the tiebreaking goal into an open net in the 65th minute as visiting New York City Football Club outlasted the New Yor...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Claims all three points Martins scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and making 12 clearances during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Martins found the back of the net in the 65th minute scoring the game winning goal while leading NYCFC with 12 clearances. It was the first goal of the year for the defender as he's combined for three shots and 24 clearances over his last three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Thiago's 1st goal in MLS helps NYCFC beat Red Bulls 3-2, move into 3rd-place tie with Miami

Thiago Martins — known simply as “Thiago” — scored his first career goal in MLS, Nicolás Fernández and Andrés Perea added a goal apiece and New York City FC beat the New York Red B...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns to starting XI Saturday Martins (knee) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus Cincinnati.

Impact Martins bounced back sooner than expected following knee surgery and could see plenty of minutes in this match. He has been a regular member of the back line this season, averaging 6.7 clearances, 1.3 tackles and 0.6 interceptions per game when in the starting lineup. Strahinja Tanasijevic will head back to the bench with Martins available.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Receives knee surgery Martins has undergone successful surgery on his knee and is expected to return within the next four to six weeks, according to his club.

Impact Martins is going to be sidelined for the remainder of the summer, with the defender needing surgery on his knee despite no prior notice. He has only missed two games all season and is a regular starter, so this is a major loss. That said, this will force a change for around the two months he is out, with Strahinja Tanasijevic or Mitja Ilenic as possible replacements.

JULY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Idan Toklomati and Kerwin Vargas each score a goal, Charlotte beats NYCFC 2-0

Idan Toklomati and Kerwin Vargas each scored a goal to help Charlotte FC beat New York City FC 2-0 to snap a four-game winless streak

JULY 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Piles up 15 clearances Martins made two tackles (winning both) and 15 clearances during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Martins helped City keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back line, leading his side with 15 clearances. The defender has combined for four tackles, two blocks and 28 clearances over his last three starts.

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid outing Martins generated two tackles (two won), nine clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Toronto FC.

Impact Martins was busy in the defense Saturday, recording nine clearances to keep the clean sheet against Toronto. This brings his average clearances a game to 6.5, as he also collected eight interceptions and 11 tackles (nine won) in nine appearances.

APRIL 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal Martins registered an own goal, six clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 victory against New England Revolution.

Impact Martins was New England's first goal scorer of the season, clearing a ball right into his own net. This was his second start in a row since returning from injury, producing 13 clearances with four blocks in that span.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Martínez, Fernández score goals to help NYCFC beat Revolution 2-1

Alonso Martínez scored the go-ahead goal in the 68th minute, Julián Fernández added a goal and New York City FC beat the New England Revolution 2-1

MARCH 16, 2025 • Associated Press

On bench for LAFC match Martins (calf) has made the squad as a substitute option in Saturday's clash against Los Angeles FC.

Impact Martins could play again in this game, though it's unclear how much playing time he's ready for. Prior to the issue, he was a consistent starter at center-back, averaging 4.2 clearances per contest over the 2024 MLS campaign. He'll look to regain the spot from Strahinja Tanasijevic at some point of the year.

MARCH 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Saturday Martins (calf) is available for Saturday's trip to LAFC, according to manager Pascal Jansen.

Impact Martins is an option for Saturday's trip after overcoming a calf injury. The defender should be a constant in the starting XI when up to full match fitness, though there's no guarantee he's fully ready to go in his first match back Saturday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Martins (calf) is out for Saturday's trip to Miami, according to manager Pascal Jansen.

Impact Martins won't be an option for Saturday as he continues to deal with a calf injury. The center-back being out will mean Birk Risa gets the start for the season opener. Martins could be back as soon as a March 1 trip to LAFC.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first MLS goal Martins scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Martins came in the clutch for his first MLS goal to give the team the go ahead goal. He's been one of the league's best defenders, averaging about 4.1 clearances per game while making 20 blocks with five clean sheets in 33 appearances, all of them coming as starts.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Alonso Martínez, Thiago Martins help NYCFC force deciding match with 3-1 victory over Cincinnati

Alonso Martínez and defender Thiago Martins scored first-half goals and New York City FC forced a deciding match with a 3-1 victory over FC Cincinnati at Citi Field

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • Associated Press

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

Thiago's 1st goal in MLS helps NYCFC beat Red Bulls 3-2, move into 3rd-place tie with Miami

Idan Toklomati and Kerwin Vargas each score a goal, Charlotte beats NYCFC 2-0

Martínez, Fernández score goals to help NYCFC beat Revolution 2-1

Alonso Martínez, Thiago Martins help NYCFC force deciding match with 3-1 victory over Cincinnati