Costa Rica’s Alonso Martinez scored a spectacular goal on Tuesday in New York City’s 1-0 win over Charlotte to give the New York City side the lead in the first round of the MLS East playoffs.
The Tico, a striker who scored 18 goals in the regular season, scored the decisive goal in the 34th minute, when he controlled the ball on the right flank and dribbled past three opponents to enter the box and blast past the goalkeeper.
Alonso Martinez maintains his high level
Alonso Martinez continues to show extraordinary numbers in MLS, where he scored 17 goals last season.
New York City is the first team to win on the road so far in the playoffs.
The second match will be played on Saturday in New York, when City can seal their place in the next round with a win.
With information from EFE
New era of New York City FC
New York City FC is enjoying a great moment in MLS 2025, driven by a generation of talented players who have raised the team’s level.
Among them is Costa Rica’s Alonso Martínez, the current offensive star and one of the tournament’s most lethal strikers.
With his speed, balance and accuracy in front of goal, Martinez has scored more than 18 goals this season, confirming his role as the driving force behind the New York attack.
Alongside him, midfielder Santiago Rodríguez has established himself as the brains of the team, providing assists and controlling the pace of the game.
In defense, Thiago Martins brings experience and leadership, while young goalkeeper Matt Freese has been key with decisive saves.
With this combination of talent and discipline, New York City FC is emerging as one of the major contenders for the MLS Eastern Conference title.
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