JOSEF MARTINEZ NEWS

Brace despite loss Martinez scored two goals to go with seven shots (three on goal) in Tuesday's 2-2 (7-6) penalty shootout defeat to Atlanta United.

Impact Martinez did all he could to keep Montreal's season alive but in the end it was not enough, as his 63rd and heroic 89th minute goals would go to waste in the loss. He ends his season scoring 13 goals and registering three assists, with his 16 goal contributions being eight better than last seasons tally despite less field time. He also notched 17 chances created and 53 shots.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Martinez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over New York City FC.

Impact Martinez capped off the regular season with a goal during the win against NYCFC. He ends his first campaign with Montreal making just 13 starts in 23 appearances, scoring 11 goals with three assists as he continues to fall in form since his stellar two season with Atlanta during the 2018 and 2019 seasons.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Martinez and CF Montreal visit Charlotte FC

Josef Martinez leads CF Montreal into a matchup with Charlotte FC following a two-goal showing against Atlanta United

OCTOBER 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Second consecutive brace Martinez scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus Atlanta United.

Impact Martinez had yet another great match, as he bagged a goal in the 43rd and 76th minute to earn his second consecutive brace. He has now scored in three straight matches, having 10 goals on the season. He did this on only two shots, being quite clinical in his finishing.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martinez scores twice to lead Montreal past Atlanta Josef Martinez capped a two-goal performance against his former team by tallying in the 76th minute, lifting visiting CF Montreal to a 2-1 v...

OCTOBER 3 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Josef Martinez scores twice for Montreal to hand Atlanta United a stinging loss Atlanta United again failed when needing to win, losing to Montreal 2-1 on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The loss extended Atlanta Uni...

OCTOBER 3 • AJC.COM

Nets brace on Saturday Martinez scored two goals to go with six shots (five on goal) and four chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Martinez opened the scoring by heading in Bryce Duke's corner in the 50th minute and doubled the lead by netting again in the 55th minute, assisted by Caden Clark. Martinez created four chances and made a clearance but missed good opportunities in the 38th and 40th minutes. He has now scored three goals in his last two games, bringing his total to eight for the season.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martinez scores twice to power CF Montreal past Earthquakes Josef Martinez scored twice early in the second half as CF Montreal continued their MLS playoff push with a 3-0 victory against the visiting...

SEPTEMBER 29 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Scores in win Martinez scored one goal from one shot on goal in Saturday's 1-0 win against Chicago.

Impact Martinez's goal was his first since late July, and his seventh of the season. The Colombian, who is eighth in all time goals scored in the MLS, has been in and out of the starting lineup for Montreal during his time at the club, but has provided 0.72 goal contributions per-90.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Martinez and CF Montreal host Toronto

Josef Martinez leads CF Montreal into a matchup with Toronto after a two-goal outing against the New York Red Bulls

JULY 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores brace off bench Martinez scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Martinez scored a pair of goals in Wednesday's win, his second time this season contributing to multiple goals during a bench appearance. He scored a free kick in the 67th minute to tie the match at 1-1, then converted a penalty in the 81st minute to secure the 2-2 draw. He now has eight goal contributions in 14 appearances this season, matching his mark from last season where he had 27 appearances with Inter Miami.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martinez's brace nets Montreal draw with Red Bulls Josef Martinez scored twice in the second half as CF Montreal rallied for a 2-2 draw with the host New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night in...

JULY 18 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Josef Martinez's brace nets Montreal draw with Red Bulls Josef Martinez scored twice in the second half as CF Montreal rallied for a 2-2 draw with the host New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night in...

JULY 18 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Scores in win over Phildadelphia Martinez scored a goal off four shots (two on target) during Saturday's 4-2 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Martinez made his first start since returning from the injury that left him out for two months and made most of the opportunity, as he scored his team's first goal with a powerful header off a corner kick from the right. This was the third goal of the year for the striker, who will hope to remain in the lineup for the upcoming games.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

One shot on day Martinez registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 defeat to Colorado Rapids.

Impact Martinez made his second appearance in a row off the bench after missing time with a knee injury. He was left off the Copa America roster with Venezuela due to poor form from his injury while also starting twice in nine appearances since making the move from Miami earlier in the campaign.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Not on preliminary roster Martinez (knee) was left out of the preliminary roster for Venezuela for their upcoming international friendlies heading into the 2024 Copa America Tournament.

Impact Martinez' chances to play in Copa America are unlikely as he continues to deal with a knee injury. He has also not been able to return to training as he is expected to miss another month or so. In the meantime, Sunusi Ibrahim and Jules-Anthony Vilsaint has been taking over at forward during his absence.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee Martinez is out for Saturday's clash with Orlando due to a knee injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Martinez isn't an option for Saturday's match, leaving both him and top choice Matias Coccaro (knee) sidelined. With both strikers ruled out it will be Mason Toye who gets the start up top against Orlando. Martinez's first chance to return will be an April 27 trip to Columbus.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists off bench in win Martinez scored a goal off four shots (one on target), made an assist and created two chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Martinez was brought in the 25th minute to replace injured Matias Coccaro (undisclosed) and ended up being decisive for his side to win all three points, as he scored Montreal's first goal with a clinical left-footed finish just before halftime and then assisted Ariel Lassiter for the game-winner in the 62nd minute. That's now two goals and three assists over seven appearances (two starts) for the striker, who will hope to have another chance to make the starting XI even if Coccaro is available for next Saturday's clash against Orlando.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martinez, Montreal recover from bad loss, edge Cincinnati Josef Martinez scored a goal and assisted on the match-winner Saturday night as CF Montreal celebrated its home opener by stopping FC Cincin...

APRIL 14 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Assists off the bench against Chicago Martinez assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 4-3 loss versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Martinez replaced Matias Coccaro at half time and set up a goal for Dominik Yankov in the 70th minute. Martinez also made a tackle and a clearance. He has now recorded goal involvements in each of his last three appearances.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in win Martinez delivered an assist and created a chance in Sunday's 3-2 victory over Inter Miami CF.

Impact Martinez came on after 46 minutes for Bryce Duke. He delivered providing the fresh attacking energy that Montreal was seeking. His tenacity created an assist when he fended off defenders to tee up a perfectly placed ball for Ibrahim to strike home. The Venezuelan veteran has been successfully used in the second half from the bench this season, in addition to this assist he scored in Montreal's last game.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martinez' goal lifts Montreal over Dallas 2-1, spoiling Dallas debut of Petar Musa Josef Martinez scored on a breakaway in the 60th minute, lifting Montreal to a 2-1 victory over Dallas, spoiling the debut of celebrated new...

MARCH 3 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Nets off the bench against FC Dallas Martinez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus FC Dallas.

Impact Martinez replaced Matias Coccaro in first half stoppage time and scored in the 60th minute assisted by Ruan. He has come off the bench for both games this season.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in Montreal debut Martinez had one off-target shot and suffered one foul after coming off the bench during Saturday's scoreless draw against Orlando City.

Impact Martinez made his debut at Montreal off the bench, taking the pitch as part of a double substitution midway through the second half. We couldn't see much from him, though and there were definitely signs of rust as the striker joined his new team just three weeks ago. With so much competition for the forward spots. Martinez will certainly have to do better in his next opportunities if he wants to crack the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

CF Montréal signs star striker Josef Martinez to a one-year deal The 30-year-old has scored 105 goals and 17 assists in 161 MLS games. He is one of 13 players to have scored at least 100 goals in MLS play.

FEBRUARY 6 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM