FELIPE MARTINS NEWS

Returns to bench Martines is on the bench for Friday's clash with NYC FC.

Impact Martins is back on the bench for Friday's match after coming off with an injury against Charlotte last time out. The midfielder wasn't deemed fit enough to start at the weekend, though he hasn't been a consistent starter even without injury concerns.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in first half Martins was forced off in the first half of Wednesday's match against Charlotte with an injury.

Impact Martins left the match in the 40th minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Cesar Araujo. The full extent of Martins' injury should be determined ahead of Saturday's match against Chicago.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Only six starts Martins made 17 appearances (six starts) in 2023, failing to contribute a goal.

Impact Martins was held off the scoresheet for the entire year for the first time in his career. He also played the fewest minutes he has played in any single MLs season. The numbers were just as disappointing as the product on the field too, Martins simply didn't seem up to the pace and struggled mightily, though surprisingly his contract option was exercised by the club.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Martins recorded four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus New England Revolution.

Impact Martins made his first start since April 1 Saturday, and marked the occasion with four shots (two on target). This performance is especially impressive given he came into the match with just two off-target shots in his previous seven appearances. He also drew a season high three fouls in his 89 minutes of action.

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Martins is available off the bench for Wednesday's clash with New York City F.C.

Impact Martins has downgraded to a bench role, starting just twice in five matches played, In that span, he's recorded just nine crosses (one accurate) and six interceptions.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for weekend Martins is listed as questionable with a lower leg injury in Orlando's availability report for Saturday's clash against the Crew.

Impact Martins has made five MLS appearances (two starts) in defensive midfield this season for Orlando, but his status for the Columbus match this weekend is uncertain after picking up an injury in the U.S. Open Cup.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Martins took a shot and made an interception in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Nashville SC. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Martins has started back-to-back MLS matches in defensive midfield for Orlando, his first league appearances for the club since his offseason move from Austin FC. He's competing with Cesar Araujo, Mauricio Pereyra and Wilder Cartagena in the position.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City sign free agent midfielder Felipe Martins Orlando City have bolstered their midfield with the signing of free agent Felipe Martins, the club announced Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Signs for Orlando City Martins signed a one-year contract with Orlando City that holds an option for 2024, it was announced Tuesday.

Impact Martins continues a journeyman MLS career that sees him join a fifth different club since 2017. Though he's no longer a starter after making five in 31 appearances for Austin in 2022, Martins is a reliable option from the bench for any team.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card as sub Martins played 17 minutes and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss at Vancouver.

Impact Martins subbed on in the 73rd minute and could not do much to help his side, already trailing by 2-0. The midfielder did receive his fifth yellow card of the season, though. He logged only five starts in 27 appearances so far, with one goal and two assists to his name.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Martins scored one goal on three shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 3-0 win over Atlanta.

Impact Martins has started in three of the last four matches after coming off the bench in his first 11 appearances this season. If he continues to play on the wing instead of in midfield, Martins could build his value off of Sunday's efforts. Up next is a visit from Houston, which have conceded 25 goals in 19 matches.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Austin Martins has signed as a free agent with Austin FC, the club announced Monday.

Impact Martins is on the way to Texas after spending time in Washington D.C. The midfielder's contract expired and he's off to Austin FC where he will offer a veteran presence in midfield. While he's not likely to be a long-term fix for Austin's midfield issues, Martins should be a short-term veteran option who can eat minutes if required.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Austin FC signs MLS veteran Felipe Martins, adding depth to midfield The 31-year old Felipe Martins, who is originally from Brazil, spent the last three seasons with D.C. United and joins Austin FC after a tri...

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • STATESMAN.COM

Austin FC sign midfielder Felipe Martins in free agency ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Austin FC have signed free-agent midfielder Felipe Martins for the 2022 MLS season with an option for 2023,...

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Contract negotiations ongoing Martins' contract has run out at D.C. United, and he will become a free agent on Jan. 1 if no new deal is agreed upon.

Impact Martins has tallied one goal and three assists in 44 appearances during two-and-a-half seasons in D.C., but he has never broken into the preferred XI in midfield. The club is still in discussions with the 31-year-old for a potential new contract, but if nothing materializes then he will enter free agency at the end of the year.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finds second assist of season Martins assisted once, created two chances, sent two crosses (none accurate) and received one yellow card in the 3-1 loss to Columbus on Saturday.

Impact Martins was more of a problem than a solution in the tough loss for D.C. United on Saturday. The midfielder had little to no efforts on either side of the ball and he committed multiple tackles due to laziness. He did eventually set up a terrific goal, but it did not negate his poor play. He will continue to be a boom-or-bust option at best.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zelarayán, Crew avoid elimination again, beat DC United 3-1

Lucas Zelarayán scored two goals, Pedro Santos added another and the Columbus Crew beat D

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Atlanta Martins subbed into Saturday's match against Atlanta United at the hour mark and he scored a goal and won one of one tackles in the 3-2 defeat.

Impact Martins scored a rocket on Saturday to get his side back into the game. It was his first MLS goal in more than two years, and maybe it will earn him some more opportunities as he has only started five matches this season.

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

Provides assist in win Martins provided one assist, took one shot off target, created one chance and committed one foul in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Martins came off the bench in the second half and contributed to the team's offense as he provided his first assist of the season. The midfielder's playing time is a concern as he has started only five times this season.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes one tackle as sub Martins played 55 minutes and made one tackle (won) during Sunday's 2-1 loss at New York City FC.

Impact Martins subbed on for the injured Moses Nyeman in the 35th minute and produced just one tackle. The midfielder started just twice in nine appearances, and will likely remain as a bench option for Saturday's game versus Toronto.

JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Felipe Martins envisions D.C. United return after recovering from torn ACL Eight months after Felipe Martins suffered a torn ACL during a training session, Martins is back with D.C. United, working his way into the...

APRIL 30, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Montreal faces DC United, looks to break 3-game skid

Montreal looks to end a three-game skid with a win against DC United

NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New England faces DC United on defensive hot streak

New England plays DC United on a defensive hot streak after conceding just nine goals over the last 10 games

OCTOBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus visits DC United for a conference matchup

The Columbus Crew visit DC United in the Eastern Conference

OCTOBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS